Description
A flavorful Cajun-Mexican fusion dish that blends zesty spices with a creamy sauce, creating a comforting meal that’s perfect for family gatherings or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Oregano
- 1 tsp Thyme
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Chilli Powder
- 800 g Chicken Breast (cut into halves)
- 1.5 tsp Cajun Seasoning Mix
- 2 tsp Olive Oil
- 25 g Grass Fed Butter for Cooking
- 1 Medium Red Onion (chopped)
- 4–5 Garlic Cloves (chopped)
- 1/2 tsp Cajun Seasoning Mix
- Fresh Parsley (for garnish)
- 15 g Grass Fed Butter
- 1/2 tsp Cajun Seasoning Mix
- 250 ml Milk
- 150 g Light Cream Cheese
- 40 g Parmesan
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken breast pieces overnight with 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning mix and 2 teaspoons of olive oil.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and melt 25 g of grass-fed butter. Cook the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Allow it to rest for a few minutes before slicing into strips.
- In the same skillet, sauté the chopped red onion and garlic until fragrant and tender. Add the remaining Cajun seasoning and rice, stirring to coat thoroughly.
- Lower the heat and add 15 g of grass-fed butter, then whisk in the milk until warmed through. Gradually stir in the light cream cheese and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- To serve, layer the Cajun rice on plates, top with sliced chicken, and drizzle the creamy sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken for several hours. Use high-quality spices for the best taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun-Mexican Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 70mg