Description
Creamy Cajun Chicken and Rice is a comforting, flavor-packed meal featuring tender Cajun-seasoned chicken served over fluffy white rice and topped with a rich Parmesan cream sauce made from butter, heavy cream, and savory seasonings.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (thinly sliced)
1½ tablespoons olive oil
Cajun seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper (to taste)
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
1½ cups heavy whipping cream
Cooked white rice for 4 servings
Instructions
Cook rice according to package instructions. Keep warm.
Season chicken generously on both sides with Cajun seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F internal). Remove chicken and let rest.
Wipe skillet clean with a paper towel. Melt butter over medium heat. Add cream, a pinch of Cajun seasoning, paprika, and pepper.
Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese a little at a time until smooth and creamy. Simmer for 1 minute until slightly thickened.
Fluff rice onto plates. Slice chicken and lay over rice. Spoon sauce generously over chicken. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American