Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken until browned, about 5-6 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened.
- Add rice, paprika, and chicken broth. Stir well and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and return chicken to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to your preferred spice level.
- For a lighter version, replace heavy cream with coconut milk.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Low Lactose
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg