Description
A smoky, spicy chicken dish served over a savory oniony rice base and a creamy Cajun sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 800 g Chicken Breast, cut into halves
- 1.5 portions Cajun Seasoning Mix
- 2 tsp Olive Oil
- 25 g Grass Fed Butter for cooking
- Day-old rice (enough for 3–4 servings)
- 1 Medium Red Onion, chopped
- 4–5 Garlic Cloves, chopped
- 1/2 portion Cajun Seasoning Mix (for rice)
- 15 g Grass Fed Butter
- 1/2 portion Cajun Seasoning Mix (for sauce)
- 250 ml Milk
- 150 g Light Cream Cheese
- 40 g Parmesan, grated
- 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
- Fresh Parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine 1.5 portions of Cajun Seasoning Mix with 2 tsp olive oil to form a paste. Rub it over chicken breasts and refrigerate overnight.
- Heat a pan over medium-high and melt 25 g butter. Add chicken and cook until a golden crust forms, about 4–5 minutes per side.
- Add chopped onion and garlic to the same pan, sauté until fragrant. Toss in 1/2 portion of Cajun seasoning and day-old rice, stir to coat.
- Melt 15 g butter in the pan, add 1/2 portion of Cajun seasoning, and whisk in milk. Stir in cream cheese and Parmesan until smooth.
- Layer the Cajun rice on plates, top with sliced chicken, and drizzle with sauce. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For a lighter sauce, use unsweetened oat milk and dairy-free cream cheese. The dish is freezer-friendly if components are stored separately.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Creole