Classic Cajun Chicken and Rice Bowl

A vibrant and flavorful chicken and rice bowl featuring spicy Cajun-seasoned chicken served over fluffy rice with a medley of fresh vegetables.

By RecipeBoss

Servings

Time Required

40 min

Ingredients

1 ½ lbs chicken breast

1 ½ cups long-grain white rice

3 cups chicken broth

3 tbsp olive oil

1 medium onion

1 large bell pepper

2 stalks celery

3 cloves garlic

2 tbsp Cajun seasoning

1 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

¼ cup parsley

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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
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
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
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
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir to combine and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
2 min
6
Fluff the cooked rice with a fork. Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture over the fluffy rice. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
7
Serve immediately.

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