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Cajun Chicken and Rice

Bold and flavorful one-pan Cajun chicken and rice made with spices, tender chicken, and perfectly cooked rice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 boneless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
  • 3 cups chicken broth

Equipment

  • Large skillet with lid
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Season and sear chicken until golden.
  2. Sauté vegetables and garlic in the same pan.
  3. Toast rice and add broth and seasonings.
  4. Return chicken to pan and simmer until rice is tender.

Notes

Adjust spice level to taste. Great for meal prep.