Creamy Cajun Chicken & Rice Bowls: Your High Protein Boost!
A delicious and creamy Cajun chicken and rice bowl that is perfect for meal prep and packed with high protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning and cook for another minute.
- Add rice and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is cooked.
- Stir in heavy cream and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Feel free to add vegetables of your choice for extra nutrition.
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg