Easy and Healthy One-Pot Cajun Chicken Rice
This easy and healthy one-pot Cajun chicken rice recipe is a flavorful and satisfying meal made with tender chicken, fragrant rice, and bold Cajun spices. Cooked in a single pot for minimal cleanup, it's perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Packed with vibrant flavours and wholesome ingredients, this hearty dish is sure to become a family favourite!
Ingredients
- 1 lbs boneless chicken thighs 3-4 thighs
- 1.5 tbsp Cajun Seasoning or your favourite brand
- 1/4 tsp cayenne optional
- 1 tbsp salt or to taste
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp black pepper or to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 tsp garlic minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cups Jasmine rice or basmati soaked in cold water for 20 min
- 3 cups water or chicken broth
- parsley or cilantro to garnish
Instructions
- Add the chicken thighs into a bowl and season with 1 tbsp of the cajun seasoning, and some salt
- Mix well. Set aside
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Set aside
- Brown both sides then set aside. The chicken will still be raw on the inside but that's okay as it will continue to cook. Cut the chicken into desirable sizes and set aside.
- Add onions, garlic, and bell peppers to the same skillet. Stir for a few minutes
- Add the rest of the ingredients (the leftover cajun, cayenne, turmeric, and rice) and sautee well to dissolve bits from the bottom of the skillet
- Add water, and arrange the sliced chicken on top of the rice. Top the rice with butter then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid has absorbed.
- Serve hot
Notes
Please note that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe
Nutrition
Calories: 675kcalCarbohydrates: 82gProtein: 27gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 127mgSodium: 1038mgPotassium: 542mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2777IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 2mg
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