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Creamy Cajun Chicken & Rice

A comforting and flavorful one-pot dish combining tender chicken, fragrant spices, and creamy goodness, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun, Comfort Food
Calories: 610
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds Chicken Breasts or Thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning For seasoning the chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for sautéing
  • 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
  • 1 piece Red Bell Pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1.5 cups Long-Grain White Rice
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can be substituted with Greek yogurt for a healthier option
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper
  • Optional Garnish: Chopped parsley or green onions

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and sear until golden; then remove from skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened.
  4. Stir rice into the skillet to coat with the aromatics.
  5. Add chicken broth, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat.
  6. Cover and cook for 15–18 minutes until rice is tender.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet and simmer until heated through.
  8. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan; adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  9. Garnish with parsley or green onions and serve hot.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw overnight before reheating. For an extra flavor kick, drizzle with hot sauce when serving.