High Protein Creamy Cajun Chicken & Rice
A flavorful and protein-packed dish featuring marinated chicken and creamy Cajun rice, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Marinade & Chicken
- 1 Tsp Salt
- 1 Tsp Black Pepper
- 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 Tsp Onion Powder
- 1 Tsp Oregano
- 1 Tsp Thyme
- 1 Tsp Paprika
- 1 Tsp Chilli Powder
- 800 g Chicken Breast (cut into halves)
- 1.5 Tsp Cajun Seasoning Mix For marinating the chicken
- 2 Tsp Olive Oil For marinating
- 25 g Grass Fed Butter for Cooking To cook the chicken
Rice & Sauce
- 1 Medium Red Onion (chopped)
- 4-5 Cloves Garlic (chopped)
- 1 Tsp Cajun Seasoning Mix For mixing with rice
- 250 ml Milk For the creamy sauce
- 150 g Light Cream Cheese For the creamy sauce
- 40 g Parmesan For flavor in the sauce
- 15 g Grass Fed Butter For making the sauce
Garnish
- Fresh Parsley For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Marinate the chicken breast pieces overnight with the Cajun Seasoning Mix and olive oil. Seal in an airtight glass container.
Cooking Chicken
- Heat a pan over medium-high heat and melt the grass-fed butter. Cook the marinated chicken until it develops a crispy, golden crust, then let it rest.
Making the Rice & Sauce
- In the same pan, sauté the chopped red onion and garlic cloves until fragrant. Add the remaining Cajun Seasoning Mix and day-old rice, stirring until well coated.
- Lower the heat, melt the butter, and whisk in the milk slowly. Stir in the light cream cheese and Parmesan until smooth.
Serving
- Layer the Cajun rice on a plate, top with the sliced chicken, drizzle with creamy sauce, and garnish with parsley.
Notes
For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate longer. Use day-old rice for better texture. Adjust spices for personal preference.