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High Protein Creamy Cajun Chicken Rice: A Comforting Delight

High Protein Creamy Cajun
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Flavorful & Easy High Protein Creamy Cajun Chicken Rice.

Ingredients

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  • 800g Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 cups Uncooked Long-Grain White Rice
  • 5 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth (divided)
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese, softened
  • 1 Medium Red Onion, chopped
  • 2 Celery Stalks, finely diced
  • 1 large Green Bell Pepper, finely diced
  • 4–5 Garlic Cloves, minced
  • 1.5 tbsp Cajun Seasoning Mix
  • 1 Tsp Salt
  • 1 Tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 Tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 Tsp Oregano
  • 1 Tsp Thyme
  • 1 Tsp Paprika
  • 1 Tsp Chilli Powder
  • ½ Tsp Cayenne Pepper (optional)
  • 2 Tsp Olive Oil
  • 25g Grass Fed Butter
  • Fresh Parsley or Green Onions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken dry, cut into 1-inch pieces. In a bowl, toss chicken with 0.5 tbsp Cajun seasoning, 1 Tsp Salt, 1 Tsp Black Pepper, 1 Tsp Garlic Powder, 1 Tsp Onion Powder, 1 Tsp Oregano, 1 Tsp Thyme, 1 Tsp Paprika, and 1 Tsp Chilli Powder. Set aside. Finely dice red onion, celery, green bell pepper, and mince garlic. Soften cream cheese.
  2. Heat Olive Oil and Grass Fed Butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken in a single layer for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F/74°C). Transfer chicken to a plate and tent with foil, leaving drippings in the pan.
  3. In the same pan, sauté diced red onion, celery, and green bell pepper for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic, remaining 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, and optional ½ Tsp Cayenne Pepper. Stir for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Deglaze pan with 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth, scraping browned bits. Simmer 2-3 minutes. Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream, then softened cream cheese. Stir continuously until smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings.
  5. Return cooked chicken (and any juices) to the skillet. Stir to coat with sauce. Simmer gently on low heat for 5-7 minutes to meld flavors and thicken sauce.
  6. While chicken simmers, rinse 2 cups long-grain white rice. Combine rice with 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth and a pinch of salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat, let rest (covered) for 5-10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  7. Spoon fluffy rice onto plates. Ladle generous portions of creamy Cajun chicken over the rice. Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions.

Notes

  • This dish offers a comforting experience.
    • <li.It is straightforward enough for a weeknight dinner.

Nutrition

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