Description
Indulge in a bowl of High Protein Creamy Cajun Chicken with Garlic Rice, where smoky spices meet a rich, velvety sauce. This dish beautifully balances flavor and nutrition, making it perfect for those seeking a comforting meal without compromising their diet. Whether enjoyed solo or shared with family, this recipe will impress with its simplicity and robust taste. With tender chicken breast marinated in bold Cajun spices, served over garlic-infused rice and topped with a creamy sauce, you’ll find every bite irresistibly delightful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 800 g Chicken Breast
- 1.5 tbsp Cajun Seasoning Mix
- 2 cups Uncooked Long-Grain Rice
- 4–5 Garlic Cloves
- 250 ml Milk
- 150 g Light Cream Cheese
- Fresh Parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken breasts in Cajun seasoning and olive oil overnight.
- Heat a non-stick skillet and cook the marinated chicken until golden; set aside.
- Sauté chopped onions and garlic in the same pan, then add day-old rice.
- Prepare the creamy sauce by whisking milk with cream cheese and Cajun seasoning.
- Serve the rice topped with sliced chicken, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 652
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 130mg