Description
A rich and creamy Cajun chicken dish that is packed with flavor and protein, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 (for sautéing)
- 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 the Cajun seasoning mix and olive oil. Coat the chicken pieces thoroughly and marinate overnight in an airtight glass container.
- Cook the Chicken: Over medium-high heat, melt the grass-fed butter in a pan. Add the marinated chicken, ensuring you don’t overcrowd the pan. Cook until golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove and let it rest before slicing.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Using the same pan, add a little more butter if necessary. Sauté the chopped red onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add the Rice: Sprinkle the remaining Cajun seasoning on the sautéed vegetables, then toss in your day-old rice. Stir well to coat.
- Make the Sauce: Lower the heat and gradually whisk in the milk. When warmed, stir in the light cream cheese and Parmesan until creamy.
- Plate Your Dish: Layer the seasoned rice on a plate, top with sliced chicken, drizzle creamy sauce, and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
For extra flavor, feel free to adjust the Cajun seasoning or include more vegetables like bell peppers. This dish can be made dairy-free by substituting with coconut cream or dairy-free alternatives.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg