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cajun chicken and rice

Cajun Chicken and Rice: 7 Steps to Flavorful Success


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A flavorful dish combining Cajun-seasoned chicken with rice.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 2 cups rice
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and bell pepper; sauté until soft.
  3. Stir in garlic and chicken; cook until chicken is brown.
  4. Add rice, Cajun seasoning, chicken broth, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and cover.
  6. Simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is cooked.
  7. Fluff with a fork and serve hot.

Notes

  • Adjust Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
  • Serve with green onions for garnish.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Cajun

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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