Description
Indulge in this creamy, spiced dish featuring succulent chicken and fluffy rice, all enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce with Cajun flavors.
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
- 250 ml Milk
- 150 g Light Cream Cheese
- 40 g Parmesan
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine chicken breast pieces with Cajun seasoning and olive oil. Seal in an airtight glass container and marinate overnight.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet and melt butter. Sear chicken until crispy and golden, about 6-7 minutes on each side. Let it rest before slicing.
- Prepare the Base: Sauté chopped red onion and garlic in the same skillet until fragrant. Add remaining Cajun seasoning and day-old rice, stirring to combine.
- Create the Creamy Sauce: Lower the heat, melt remaining butter, whisk in milk, and then gradually incorporate light cream cheese until creamy.
- Assemble Your Dish: Layer Cajun rice on a plate, top with chicken strips, drizzle with creamy sauce, and garnish with parsley.
Notes
For make-ahead meals, refrigerate and reheat gently before serving. Adjust spice levels as desired for your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 801mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg