Classic Cajun Chicken and Rice Bowl

Ingredients

• 1 ½ lbs chicken breast(paid link)
• 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice(paid link)
• 3 cups chicken broth(paid link)
• 3 tbsp olive oil(paid link)
• 1 medium onion(paid link)
• 1 large bell pepper(paid link)
• 2 stalks celery(paid link)
• 3 cloves garlic(paid link)
• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning(paid link)
• 1 tsp salt(paid link)
• ½ tsp black pepper(paid link)
• ¼ cup parsley(paid link)

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.

   15 min

2. 2

   While the rice is cooking, prepare the chicken. Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes. In a medium bowl, toss the chicken cubes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

3. 3

   Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

   5 min

4. 4

   Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery to the same skillet. Cook over medium heat for 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.

   7 min

5. 5

   Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir to combine and heat through for 2-3 minutes.

   2 min

6. 6

   Fluff the cooked rice with a fork. Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture over the fluffy rice. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

7. 7

   Serve immediately.

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