Description
A rich and comforting dish made with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a creamy Cajun-spiced sauce that delivers bold flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 grams chicken pieces
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and prepare a pot for cooking the rice.
- Season the chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Add olive oil and butter to the skillet, then sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add the chicken and cook until golden on the outside.
- Stir in the rice and toast it lightly for a minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cook until the mixture becomes creamy and well combined.
- Sprinkle chopped parsley on top and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving to thicken the sauce.
- Add a splash of broth or cream when reheating to restore texture.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning based on your spice preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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