Description
A rich, comforting one-pan dish with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a savory-creamy Cajun sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights and family meals.
Ingredients
1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil)
2-3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups uncooked long grain rice
2 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
2 tablespoons butter
2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned, 5-7 minutes.
Sprinkle 1.5 tablespoons Cajun seasoning and garlic; cook 2 minutes.
Add rice, broth, remaining Cajun seasoning, and butter. Stir to combine.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes until rice is tender.
Stir in heavy cream and butter until sauce is smooth and creamy.
Garnish with green onions before serving.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for richer flavor
Avocado oil substitute
Add 1 tbsp tomato paste for deeper flavor
Include 1 tsp smoked paprika for extra Cajun flair
Use 1/4 cup coconut milk as a dairy-free alternative
Leftovers thicken in the fridge — add a splash of broth when reheating
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American / Cajun