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Creamy Cajun Chicken with Garlic Rice

Creamy Cajun Chicken with Garlic Rice for Ultimate Comfort

This Creamy Cajun Chicken with Garlic Rice is a comforting dish packed with bold, smoky flavors and over 50g of protein per serving.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 800 g Chicken Breast can substitute with chicken thighs for extra juiciness
  • 1 tsp Cajun Seasoning Mix blend of spices including salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, paprika, chili powder
  • 2 tsp Olive Oil helps marinate the chicken and adds moisture
  • 25 g Grass-Fed Butter used for cooking the chicken
  • 15 g Grass-Fed Butter used for the sauce
For the Rice
  • 2 cups Uncooked Long-Grain Rice day-old rice is preferred
  • 1 Medium Red Onion
  • 4-5 Garlic Cloves chopped
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 250 ml Milk can switch to almond or oat milk
  • 150 g Light Cream Cheese may substitute with dairy-free cream cheese
  • 40 g Parmesan Cheese can replace with cheddar for a sharper flavor
Finishing Touches
  • Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Cast-Iron Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the chicken breasts in a mixture of olive oil and Cajun seasoning for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Sear the marinated chicken in a hot cast iron skillet with butter for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Remove the chicken and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté chopped red onion and garlic for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  5. Add cooked or day-old rice to the skillet, tossing to coat with leftover flavors for 2-3 minutes.
  6. In the skillet, whisk in the remaining butter, milk, and cream cheese over low heat until smooth.
  7. Serve rice topped with chicken and creamy sauce, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 50gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a complete meal, consider pairing with a refreshing kale salad or roasted veggies like asparagus.

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