Cooking with cajun

27/05/2025

Crispy Buttered Ranch Chicken
Ingredients:
2 large chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a shallow bowl, mix together the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
In another bowl, pour the melted butter.
Dip each chicken strip into the butter, ensuring it's well coated, then dredge it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Place the coated chicken strips on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are not overcrowded.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
Let rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce!

14/05/2025

Keto Philly Cheesesteak Roll-Ups
Ingredients:
(Serves 4–6)
2 cups Monterey Jack cheese , shredded
16 ounces ground beef
½ medium onion , sliced
1 bell pepper , sliced (any color works )
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: sliced jalapeños or mushrooms for added flavor
Directions:
Prepare the Cheese Wraps:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Divide the shredded Monterey Jack into 6–8 equal mounds on the parchment paper, spacing them out.
Flatten each mound into a 4–5 inch circle. Bake for 5–7 minutes, or until bubbly and the edges are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 1–2 minutes — just until pliable.
Cook the Beef Filling:
While the cheese is baking, heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
Add the sliced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until vegetables are tender and the beef is fully cooked.
Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
Assemble the Roll-Ups:
Gently lift each cooled cheese round and spoon some of the beef mixture onto the center.
Roll them up tightly like a taco or burrito. You can secure them with a toothpick if needed.
Serve:
Serve warm as-is or with a side of sugar-free dipping sauce (like spicy mayo or mustard). Perfect for a low-carb meal or snack!

08/10/2024

Slow Cooker Pork Chops and Sweet Potatoes

Discover tender slow cooker pork chops and sweet potatoes for a perfect meal! Easy, nutritious, and delicious. Dive in for a hassle-free dinner!

Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 8 hours hrs
Total Time 8 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
Course Pork

Ingredients

4-6 boneless thick-cut pork chops
3 large sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
1/2 white onion diced
16 ounces chicken broth
1/3 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Instructions


Add the sweet potatoes and onions to the slow cooker.Sprinkle the cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper over the top.
Place the pork chops on top of the potatoes.Pour the chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, and orange juice over the pork chops. Sprinkle the brown sugar on top. Place the lid on top and cook on low heat for eight hours or until the pork chops are tender.

08/10/2024

Cajun Shrimp and Steak Alfredo Pasta

Dive into the bold flavors of our Cajun Shrimp and Steak Alfredo Pasta tonight! 🍤🥩🍝 Spice up your dinner routine with this delicious twist on a classic. 😋🔥

Ingredients
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 lb sirloin steak, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish

Directions:
1. Cook fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
2. Season shrimp and steak with Cajun seasoning.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak slices and cook until browned; remove and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add shrimp and cook until pink. Remove and set aside with steak.
5. Lower heat to medium, add garlic to the skillet, and sauté until fragrant.
6. Pour in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, whisking until the sauce thickens.
7. Return cooked steak and shrimp to the skillet. Toss to coat in the sauce.
8. Add cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing to combine with the sauce, shrimp, and steak.
9. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes

Kcal: 620 kcal | Servings: 4 servings

08/10/2024

Hamburger Steaks Topped with Rich Onion Gravy
Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
1 egg
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons oil (for frying)
For the Onion Gravy:

2 large onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups beef broth
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:

In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until combined. Shape into four patties.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the hamburger steaks for about 5-6 minutes on each side or until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt butter and add sliced onions. Sauté until caramelized, about 10-15 minutes.
Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir for a minute. Gradually add beef broth, stirring until the gravy thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
Return the hamburger steaks to the skillet, spooning gravy over them. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Serve hot with mashed potatoes or rice.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes

Kcal: 480 kcal | Servings: 4 servings

17/07/2024

French Onion Meatloaf

Ingredients:
2 pounds ground beef
2 large onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup beef broth
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated Gruyere cheese
2 eggs
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are caramelized, about 20-25 minutes. Add beef broth and cook until reduced by half. Remove from heat and let cool.
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Gruyere cheese, eggs, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Stir in the cooled caramelized onions.
Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a greased baking dish.
Bake for 1 hour, or until the meatloaf is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

12/07/2024

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Pan-Seared Steak in Butter Sauce😋

INGREDIENTS:

One 1lb (450g) flank steak, cut into strips
1+2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1 small shallot, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
Pinch of red chili pepper flakes, to taste
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
1 tablespoon finely minced chives
½ cup beef stock (or water)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and fresh cracked pepper, to taste
Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish

For the marinade:

1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce (or coconut amino for paleo and gluten-free)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon Sriracha (or any hot sauce you like)
Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste

PREPARATION:

1. In a bowl, combine oil, Sriracha, pepper, and soy sauce. Marinate steak strips in this mixture for at least 30 minutes.

2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season steak with salt and pepper and sear quickly, turning just once, until browned, 1–2 minutes. Transfer steak strips to a covered plate and set aside.

3. Reduce heat to medium and cook shallot and garlic in the same skillet, stirring occasionally, until shallot softened and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add thyme, chives, chili pepper flakes, lemon juice, mustard, and 1/2 cup beef stock, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits. You can add the remaining of the marinade if you like. Cook, swirling the pan occasionally until the liquid is reduced by about half, about 5 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons butter, swirling the skillet to melt; adjust seasoning pan sauce with salt and pepper.

4. Return the steak to the pan, reheat quickly, and garnish with chopped parsley and chives before serving with a side of sauteed spinach. Enjoy!

11/07/2024

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11/07/2024