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One-Pan Cajun Chicken & Rice

One-Pan Cajun Chicken & Rice

Serves: 4 Prep: 15 mins Cook: 35 mins Total: 50 mins

One-Pan Cajun Chicken & Rice: crisp, lively American flavours, no heavy lifting.



 

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 4 chicken thighs or breasts, boneless & skinless
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

For the Rice

  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 300g long grain rice
  • 600ml chicken stock
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • ½ tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat)
  • 100g frozen peas (optional)

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Lemon wedges

Instructions

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Season the Chicken

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  1. Step 1

    Rub chicken with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Heat a large pan over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.

Cook the Base

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    In the same pan, add onion, red pepper, and garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.

  2. Step 4

    Stir in rice, Cajun seasoning, and chili flakes. Cook for 1 minute to toast the rice.

Simmer

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  1. Step 5

    Pour in chicken stock. Stir well and bring to a boil.

  2. Step 6

    Nestle the seared chicken back into the rice.

  3. Step 7

    Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.

  4. Step 8

    Stir in peas (if using) during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Finish

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    Remove from heat, fluff the rice, and garnish with parsley.

  2. Step 10

    Serve with lemon wedges for brightness.

Additional Notes

Serve

  • A complete one-pan meal — no sides needed.
  • If you want extras: add a crisp green salad or corn on the cob.

Suggested Pairing

  • Cold lager or iced tea
  • Garlic bread for mopping up the smoky juices

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