Description
Golden chicken cubes, roasted veggies, and fluffy rice tangled in a velvety Cajun cream sauce—this bowl is cozy, bold, and ready in 30 minutes. It’s weeknight-friendly, crowd-pleasing, and customizable for any table. Whether you’re feeding family, friends, or just yourself after a long day, this dish is equal parts hearty and exciting.
Ingredients
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1.2 kg chicken breast, cubed (or thighs)
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2 tsp Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
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1 tsp garlic powder + 1 tsp onion powder
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2 tbsp olive oil
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250g light cream cheese, softened
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200ml low-fat milk (or unsweetened almond/oat/cashew)
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3 cups cooked basmati/jasmine rice
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2 cups roasted veggies (zucchini, peppers, onions)
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Fresh parsley or green onions, for garnish
Instructions
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Sear chicken: Heat oil in skillet. Toss chicken with spices, cook 5–7 mins until golden.
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Make sauce: Lower heat, stir in cream cheese and milk until silky. Thin with more milk if needed.
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Combine: Fold in rice and roasted veggies. Heat through gently, 3–4 mins.
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Finish: Remove from heat, garnish with parsley/green onions, serve hot.
Notes
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Scoop into bowls and sprinkle extra Cajun spice for color.
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Pair with crisp salad or garlic toast.
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Serve straight from skillet for a family-style feast.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 510Cal per serving
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Protein: 48g