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Creamy Cajun Chicken and Rice Bowls

A comforting bowl of tender chicken, zesty Cajun spices, and a luxurious cream sauce, all made in one skillet for an easy family-friendly dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Adjust to taste for desired spiciness
  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter version
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • as needed Chopped parsley for garnish For presentation

Method
 

Cooking the Chicken
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook until browned and thoroughly cooked, about 6-7 minutes on each side. Remove and let them rest.
Cooking the Rice
  1. In the same skillet, add chicken broth and bring it to a boil.
  2. Stir in the rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender.
Making the Cream Sauce
  1. Meanwhile, in another pot, combine heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
  2. Stir until smooth and warmed through.
Assembly
  1. Slice the cooked chicken into strips.
  2. Serve the rice in bowls, topped with sliced chicken, and drizzle the creamy Parmesan sauce over everything.
  3. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for about 2 months. Reheat gently when ready to serve.