Creamy Cajun Chicken & Rice 🍚🍗
If you’re craving something rich, comforting, and packed with bold flavor, this Creamy Cajun Chicken & Rice is the perfect meal to make! It’s a simple one-pan dish loaded with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a creamy Cajun sauce that comes together quickly. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners!
With easy ingredients and minimal effort, this recipe delivers big flavor every time. Let’s get started!
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
1½ cups cooked white rice
1½ cups chicken broth
½ cup milk
¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Cook the Chicken
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside. - Sauté the Vegetables
Using the same pan, add the chopped onion and green bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until soft and tender. - Add the Seasonings
Mix in the garlic, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and thyme. Stir for about 1 minute until fragrant. - Combine the Base
Pour in the cooked rice, chicken broth, and milk. Stir everything together until well mixed. - Let it Simmer
Bring the mixture to a light simmer, reduce the heat, cover, and let it cook for 10 minutes so the flavors blend together. - Make it Creamy
Return the cooked chicken to the pan and stir in the cheddar cheese if using. Mix until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes creamy. - Final Touches
Taste and adjust with salt and pepper as needed. - Serve and Enjoy
Dish it up warm and sprinkle fresh parsley on top for extra freshness.
This creamy Cajun chicken and rice is the ultimate comfort food—rich, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. One bite and it might become your new favorite dinner recipe! ✨