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High Protein Creamy Cajun Chicken with Garlic Rice

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A flavorful and protein-packed dish featuring Cajun-seasoned chicken served over garlic rice with a creamy sauce. Perfect for a satisfying and quick meal.

Ingredients

Spices and Seasonings

  • 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 chili powder

Main Ingredients

  • 800 g chicken breast, cut into halves
  • 1.5 tbsp Cajun seasoning mix
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 25 g grass-fed butter (for cooking)
  • 2 cups uncooked long-grain rice (or 4 cups cooked/rice)
  • 1 medium red onion, chopped
  • 4–5 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 0.5 tbsp Cajun seasoning mix
  • 15 g grass-fed butter
  • 250 ml milk
  • 150 g light cream cheese
  • 40 g Parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions 

  • Mix olive oil with Cajun seasoning, coat chicken, marinate for 30 minutes.
  • Cook chicken in butter until golden and cooked through, then rest and slice.
  • Sauté onion and garlic, add Cajun seasoning and rice, toss to coat and warm.
  • Reduce heat, melt butter, stir in Cajun seasoning, whisk in milk, then add cream cheese and Parmesan, stir until smooth.
  • Layer rice on a plate, top with sliced chicken, drizzle with sauce, garnish with parsley.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate chicken overnight and garnish with fresh herbs.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cajun, Chicken, Rice