One-Pan Cajun Chicken Sausage & Rice
Looking for a delicious and hearty meal that comes together in just one pan? Try this One-Pan Cajun Chicken Sausage & Rice! Bursting with bold flavors from zesty Cajun seasoning and tender chicken, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Imagine the savory aroma wafting through your kitchen as everything simmers to perfection. Plus, with minimal cleanup required, you can spend more time enjoying your meal and less time washing dishes. Gather your ingredients, and let’s cook up something special!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 12 oz chicken sausage, sliced
- 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice, rinsed
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sausage; cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion and bell pepper for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add garlic; cook for another minute.
- Stir in rice, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika; coat rice well.
- Pour in chicken broth, return chicken and sausage to the pan, cover, and simmer on low for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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