Description
A comforting and protein-packed dish featuring succulent chicken breast, zesty Cajun seasoning, and a creamy texture, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper, sautéing until soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute, stirring well.
- Add the chicken breast to the skillet, season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper, and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens. Add cooked rice and mix until combined and heated through. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For a lighter option, consider using turkey breast or tofu. Adjust Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg