Creamy Cajun Chicken and Rice Bowls
A comforting dish blending Cajun flavors with a creamy sauce, chicken, and rice for a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups rice (white or brown)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce is smooth.
- Cook rice according to package instructions, using chicken broth for added flavor.
- In a bowl, layer rice, sliced chicken, and pour the creamy sauce over the top.
- Serve warm and enjoy your meal prep!
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken with Cajun seasoning for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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