Description
A cozy and fulfilling dish that combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and zesty Cajun flavors, perfect for any night.
Ingredients
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- 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
- 800 g Chicken Breast (cut into halves)
- 1.5 Tsp Cajun Seasoning Mix
- 2 Tsp Olive Oil
- 25 g Grass Fed Butter for Cooking
- 1 Medium Red Onion (chopped)
- 4–5 Garlic Cloves (chopped)
- 1/2 Tsp Cajun Seasoning Mix
- Fresh Parsley (for garnish)
- 15 g Grass Fed Butter
- 1/2 Tsp Cajun Seasoning Mix
- 250 ml Milk
- 150 g Light Cream Cheese
- 40 g Parmesan
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken breast pieces overnight with the Cajun Seasoning Mix and olive oil. Ensure each piece is well coated for the ultimate flavor.
- Heat a pan over medium-high heat and melt the grass-fed butter. Cook the marinated chicken until it develops a crispy, golden crust.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
- Sauté the chopped red onion and garlic cloves in the same pan until fragrant.
- Add the remaining Cajun Seasoning Mix and toss in the day-old rice. Stir until the rice is well coated with all the flavors.
- Lower the heat and melt the 15 g of butter in the pan. Add the Cajun Seasoning Mix and slowly whisk in the milk.
- Add the light cream cheese and Parmesan, stirring until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Layer the Cajun rice on a plate, top with the sliced chicken, and drizzle the creamy sauce over the top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and extra flavor.
Notes
For variations, consider adding lime juice, extra cream cheese, or crispy toppings. Substitute chicken with mushrooms for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg