Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
– 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 1 bell pepper, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup long-grain rice
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
– 1 cup frozen peas
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Creating One-Pan Cajun Chicken and Rice is simple and rewarding. Follow these steps for a delicious meal:
1. Season the Chicken: Sprinkle Cajun seasoning evenly over the chicken thighs. Make sure all sides are coated well.
2. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken thighs and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
4. Add Rice and Liquids: Stir in the rice, chicken broth, and diced tomatoes (with their juice). Mix well to combine.
5. Return Chicken to Skillet: Place the browned chicken thighs back into the skillet, nestling them into the rice mixture.
6. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
7. Add Peas: In the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the frozen peas. Cover again to allow the peas to heat through.
8. Season to Taste: Once cooking is complete, taste the dish and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.
9. Garnish: Remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
These steps will guide you in creating a flavorful and satisfying One-Pan Cajun Chicken and Rice effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 30g