Description

This High Protein Creamy Cajun Chicken and Rice is bold, zesty, and irresistibly creamy. Made with juicy chicken breasts, aromatic Cajun spices, and a luscious sauce, it’s served over fluffy rice for the perfect weeknight dinner. Ideal for cozy evenings or meal prep, this dish is protein-packed and full of flavor, proving that healthy meals can also be indulgent and comforting.

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (divided)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, diced
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Season chicken breasts with 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt butter. Add onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
Stir in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add cream, parmesan, and remaining Cajun seasoning. Cook until sauce thickens slightly.
Return chicken to skillet, coating it in sauce. Simmer 2–3 minutes.

Serve over rice, spooning extra sauce on top. Garnish with parsley

Notes

Swap heavy cream for Greek yogurt to lighten up the dish

Adjust spice level by adding cayenne pepper for heat or reducing Cajun seasoning for a milder flavor

Pair with steamed veggies for a balanced meal