Description
A comforting dish featuring smoky Cajun spices, creamy sauce, and tender chicken served over rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups cooked rice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Start by seasoning the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat a little oil over medium heat. Cook the seasoned chicken until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes on each side.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Add heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese to the same skillet, stirring until combined into a creamy sauce.
- Slice the rested chicken into thin strips and return to the skillet, tossing to coat with the sauce.
- Serve the creamy Cajun chicken over cooked rice and garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
Serve with a crisp side salad or roasted vegetables. Consider garnishing with green onions or a squeeze of lemon for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Cajun, Chicken, Rice, Creamy Sauce, Quick Dinner