Creamy Cajun Chicken & Rice
Creamy, juicy, and packed with bold Cajun flavor, this Creamy Cajun Chicken & Rice is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels indulgent but comes together quickly.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Thinly sliced
- 1.5 tablespoons Olive oil For searing
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning To taste
- 0.25 teaspoon Onion powder To taste
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder To taste
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika To taste, smoked or sweet
- 1 pinch Black pepper To taste, freshly ground preferred
- 4 tablespoons Butter Unsalted or salted, as preferred
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese Finely grated for smooth melting
- 1.5 cups Heavy whipping cream Room temperature helps it blend smoothly
- 4 servings Cooked white rice Prepare per package instructions and keep warm
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Prepare white rice according to the package instructions. Set aside and keep warm.
- Season & Sear the Chicken: Slice chicken breasts horizontally if thick, to make thin cutlets. Season both sides generously with Cajun seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F/74°C). Remove from skillet and let rest for a minute.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Wipe out any excess oil from the skillet. Add butter and melt over medium heat. Pour in the heavy cream, then add a pinch of Cajun seasoning, paprika, and pepper. Stir in Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Let it simmer for a minute to thicken slightly.
- Plate the Dish: Fluff the rice and divide among serving plates. Slice the cooked chicken into strips and lay on top of the rice. Generously drizzle the creamy Cajun-Parmesan sauce over the chicken, letting a bit run onto the rice.
- Serve: Serve hot! Enjoy immediately.
Notes
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