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Cajun Chicken and Rice

A bold one-pan meal with tender Cajun-spiced chicken simmered with flavorful rice and vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds chicken breast or thighs cut into pieces
  • 1.5 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 medium bell peppers diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and spices.
  2. Brown chicken in olive oil and remove from pan.
  3. Sauté onion, peppers, and garlic.
  4. Stir in rice and chicken broth.
  5. Return chicken, cover, and simmer until rice is tender.

Notes

Adjust spice level by increasing or reducing Cajun seasoning.