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High Protein Creamy Cajun Chicken with Garlic Rice

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 850
A flavorful and protein-packed dish featuring crispy Cajun chicken served over garlic-infused rice with a creamy sauce.

Ingredients

Spices & Seasonings

  • 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
  • 1.5 tbsp Cajun Seasoning Mix

Main Ingredients

  • 800 g Chicken Breast (cut into halves) (Marinate overnight)
  • 2 tsp Olive Oil
  • 25 g Grass Fed Butter for Cooking
  • 2 cups Uncooked long-grain rice (or 4 cups cooked rice)
  • 1 medium Red Onion (chopped)
  • 4-5 cloves Garlic (chopped)
  • 0.5 tbsp Cajun Seasoning Mix (additional)

Garnish & Sauces

  • 15 g Grass Fed Butter
  • 0.5 tbsp Cajun Seasoning Mix (for sauce)
  • 250 ml Milk
  • 150 g Light Cream Cheese
  • 40 g Parmesan

Instructions 

  • Marinate chicken with Cajun seasoning and olive oil overnight.
  • Cook marinated chicken in a pan with butter until crispy; rest and slice.
  • Sauté onion and garlic, add rice and remaining Cajun seasoning, stir well.
  • Lower heat, melt butter, whisk in milk, then add cream cheese and Parmesan to make sauce.
  • Layer rice, top with chicken slices, drizzle sauce, and garnish with parsley.

Notes

Use a cast iron skillet for best crispy chicken results.
Calories: 850kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cajun, chicken, Creamy, rice