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Creamy Cajun Chicken & Rice

Creamy Cajun Chicken & Rice
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A creamy and flavorful dish featuring Cajun seasoned chicken and rice, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts thinly sliced horizontally into cutlets
  • 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
  • Cajun seasoning to taste, used on chicken and in sauce
  • onion powder to taste
  • garlic powder to taste
  • paprika to taste, used on chicken and in sauce
  • black pepper to taste
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated, not pre-shredded
  • 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
  • cooked white rice enough for 4 servings, prepared according to package instructions

Instructions

  1. Cook white rice according to package instructions. Set aside and keep warm.
  2. If chicken breasts are thick, slice them horizontally into thin, even cutlets. Season both sides generously with Cajun seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the chicken and sear for 3–4 minutes per side without moving, until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove from skillet and let rest on a cutting board for 1 minute.
  4. Wipe out any excess oil from the skillet with a paper towel. Add butter and melt over medium heat.
  5. Pour in the heavy whipping cream and stir to combine. Add a pinch of Cajun seasoning, paprika, and black pepper. Gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese a little at a time, stirring continuously until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Let simmer for 1 minute until slightly thickened.
  6. Fluff the rice and divide among serving plates. Slice the rested chicken into strips and lay over the rice. Spoon the Cajun Parmesan cream sauce generously over the chicken, allowing just a little to run onto the rice. Do not mix the sauce into the rice — keep the layers. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Ensure the chicken is cooked thoroughly and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • This dish can be served with vegetables for added nutrition.
  • Adjust the spice level of the Cajun seasoning according to preference.

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