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High Protein Creamy Cajun Chicken and Rice

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A quick and filling dish featuring marinated chicken and vibrant Cajun spices, topped with a creamy sauce over rice. Perfect for weeknight meals and meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 800 g Chicken Breast (cut into halves)
  • 1.5 Tbsp Cajun Seasoning Mix
  • 2 Tsp Olive Oil
  • 25 g Grass Fed Butter for Cooking
  • 1 Medium Red Onion (chopped)
  • 4–5 Garlic Cloves (chopped)
  • 0.5 Tbsp Cajun Seasoning Mix (additional)
  • Fresh Parsley (for garnish)
  • 15 g Grass Fed Butter
  • 250 ml Milk
  • 150 g Light Cream Cheese
  • 40 g Parmesan

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken breast pieces overnight with the Cajun Seasoning Mix and olive oil.
  2. Seal the marinated chicken in an airtight glass container.
  3. Heat a pan over medium high heat, and melt the grass fed butter.
  4. Cook the marinated chicken until it develops a crispy, golden crust.
  5. In the same pan, sauté the chopped red onion and garlic cloves until fragrant.
  6. Add the remaining Cajun Seasoning Mix and toss in the day old rice, stirring until well coated.
  7. Lower the heat and melt the butter, then slowly whisk in the milk.
  8. Add the light cream cheese and Parmesan, stirring until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  9. Layer the Cajun rice on a plate, top with the sliced chicken, and drizzle the creamy sauce over the top.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Pair with a green salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.

Nutrition

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