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High Protein Creamy Cajun Chicken & Rice


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  • Author: mealstomake
  • Total Time: 750 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A flavorful and protein-packed dish featuring marinated chicken, rice, and a creamy Cajun sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 2 Tsp Olive Oil
  • 25 g Grass Fed Butter for Cooking
  • 1 Medium Red Onion (chopped)
  • 45 Garlic Cloves (chopped)
  • 1/2 Tsp Cajun Seasoning Mix
  • Fresh Parsley (for garnish)
  • 15 g Grass Fed Butter
  • 1/2 Tsp Cajun Seasoning Mix
  • 250 ml Milk
  • 150 g Light Cream Cheese
  • 40 g Parmesan

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken breast pieces overnight with the Cajun Seasoning Mix and olive oil.
  2. Heat a pan over medium-high heat and melt the grass-fed butter. Cook the marinated chicken until crispy.
  3. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
  4. Sauté the chopped red onion and garlic cloves until fragrant.
  5. Add the remaining Cajun Seasoning Mix and toss in the day-old rice.
  6. Lower the heat and melt the 15 g butter in the pan. Whisk in the milk gradually.
  7. Add the light cream cheese and Parmesan, stirring until smooth and creamy.
  8. Layer the Cajun rice on a plate, top with sliced chicken, and drizzle with the creamy sauce. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

  • Prep Time: 720 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Cajun

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg