Description
This easy Cajun recipe delivers a flavorful and spicy dish that showcases the essence of Cajun cuisine.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken thighs with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken and sear until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- Add diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet; sauté until softened.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- Add rice and return chicken to the skillet.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Fluff rice with a fork and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- For added heat, consider using spicy sausage.
- Serve with crusty bread or a side salad.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to fit your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: easy cajun recipe, cajun chicken, cajun cuisine