Cajun Chicken and Rice
This one-pot Cajun Chicken and Rice is a cozy, soul-warming meal featuring tender chicken and fluffy rice in a savory, slightly spicy Cajun flavor, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken thighs or breasts, cut into pieces
- 1 cup rice Use long-grain white rice for a classic texture; jasmine adds fragrance.
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth Use low-sodium broth if watching salt.
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning For a milder profile, reduce to 1 tablespoon.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- to taste Salt and pepper
- as needed Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning, and cook until browned.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté until soft.
- Stir in rice and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Return chicken to the skillet, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until rice is cooked.
- Fluff rice with a fork, garnish with green onions, and serve.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container within two hours. The dish will keep well for 3-4 days. For freezing, portion into single-serving airtight containers. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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