One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Rice
This One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Rice is a flavorful and hearty dish that combines tender chicken thigh fillets with aromatic vegetables, long-grain rice, and a zesty Cajun seasoning. It’s a simple and satisfying meal that is perfect for busy weeknights, offering a delightful blend of spices and textures all cooked in one pot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g chicken thigh fillets, cut into 2cm pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 red capsicum, finely chopped
- 1 brown onion, finely chopped
- 2 celery sticks, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 400g can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges, to serve
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large, deep frying pan or casserole pot over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5 minutes until browned.
- Add onion, capsicum, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and Cajun seasoning, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in rice, diced tomatoes, and chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Mix in frozen peas and cook for 2 minutes until heated through.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg