Description
A flavorful one-pan dish featuring Cajun chicken, sausage, and rice, perfect for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 12 oz andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice, rinsed
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and sliced sausage, cooking until the chicken is browned and the sausage is slightly crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the diced onion and bell pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the rinsed rice, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika, ensuring the rice is well coated with the spices.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Return the browned chicken and sausage to the pan. Cover and cook on low heat for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot, with extra Cajun seasoning on the side if needed.
Notes
- Adjust the level of Cajun seasoning to taste for more or less spice.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: One-Pan Cajun Chicken Sausage & Rice, Cajun recipe, one-pan meal, chicken and sausage