Cajun Chicken & Rice: A Spicy One-Pan Family Favorite

Cajun Chicken & Rice is a comforting one-pan dish filled with bold flavors and minimal cleanup, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Southern

Calories: 550

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1.5 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Ideal for tenderness
2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Adjust salt as needed

For the Vegetables

1 cup Onion Chopped
2 cups Bell Peppers Any variety, chopped
3 cloves Garlic Minced

For the Rice

1.5 cups Uncooked Long-Grain Rice Brown rice is an alternative
3 cups Chicken Broth Consider low-sodium

For Garnish

2 tablespoons Parsley or Green Onions Chopped
1 tablespoon Lemon Juice

Equipment

Large Skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Season and sear the chicken thighs with Cajun seasoning, then sear in a hot skillet for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
Sauté the chopped onion, bell peppers, and minced garlic in the same skillet until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the uncooked rice, allowing it to toast slightly for about 1 minute.
Pour in the chicken broth, stir to combine, and nestle the seared chicken thighs on top of the rice.
Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes on low heat until the rice is tender and the chicken is fully cooked.
Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with parsley or green onions and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat with added broth for moisture.

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