Description
A delicious blend of creamy richness and bold Cajun flavors, this high protein dish is perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 800 grams cubed chicken breast
- 1.5 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 25 grams grass-fed butter
- 1 medium red onion, chopped
- 4–5 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 cups long-grain white rice, rinsed
- 4 cups water
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, season the cubed chicken with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear half of the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken and repeat with the remaining chicken.
- Add butter and chopped onion to the pan, sautéing for 7-10 minutes until translucent.
- Add garlic, leftover Cajun seasoning, oregano, thyme, paprika, and chili powder, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the rinsed rice and pour in 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil.
- Cover and reduce the heat to low, simmer for 15-18 minutes. Let it rest for 10 minutes off the heat.
- Fluff the rice and return the chicken to the skillet, folding everything together and adjusting seasoning to taste. Serve hot.
Notes
For added freshness, garnish with chopped parsley or green onions and serve with hot sauce on the side if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and Simmering
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Cajun Chicken, High Protein, Weeknight Dinner, Creamy Rice, Flavorful Meal