Creamy Cajun Chicken Rice: Your High-Protein Comfort Dish

Creamy Cajun Chicken Rice: High Protein Comfort Food Recipe

Creamy Cajun Chicken Rice: Your High-Protein Comfort Dish

Indulge in Creamy Cajun Chicken Rice, a high-protein comfort food bursting with flavor.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Cajun

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound Chicken Breast skinless, boneless
2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning adjust to taste

For the Base

1 cup Rice long-grain
2 cups Chicken Broth low-sodium recommended

For the Creaminess

1 cup Cream or heavy cream

For the Aromatics

1 medium Onion
2 cloves Garlic minced
1 medium Bell Pepper any color

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Olive Oil or butter

For Garnishing

2 tablespoons Parsley chopped

Equipment

Skillet
cutting board
Knife

Method

Cooking Steps

Heat Oil: Start by heating a drizzle of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Sauté Veggies: Add diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add Garlic: Toss in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Cook Chicken: Stir in chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning; cook until chicken is no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
Simmer: Pour in chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Mix Rice and Cream: Add rice and cream, stir well; reduce heat to low and cover.
Cook Rice: Allow to cook until rice is tender and absorbs liquid, about 20 minutes.
Fluff & Serve: Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust spice levels and store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days.

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