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Chicken & Rice Jamboree with Vibrant Peppers

A succulent one-pot dish packed with juicy chicken, aromatic rice, and colorful bell peppers jazzed up with Cajun seasoning. This savory meal will transport your tastebuds to the heart of Louisiana in less than 30 minutes.
4
28 min
TOTAL TIME
552
CALORIES
$1.74
PER SERVING
Chicken & Rice Jamboree with Vibrant Peppers
Directions
7 STEPS
3 min
PREP TIME
25 min
COOK TIME
28 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or skillet over medium heat.
2
Rub the chicken breasts on both sides with 2 tablespoons of the Cajun seasoning, reserve the rest for the rice.
3
Cook the seasoned chicken breasts in the heated skillet for about 1 minute on each side, until they get a nice brown color. Then, remove them from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
4
In the same skillet, add the jasmine rice, diced bell pepper, chicken broth, and the remaining tablespoon of Cajun seasoning. Stir to combine.
5
Place the browned chicken on top of the rice, cover the skillet, and reduce the heat to low.
6
Simmer the mixture for around 20-25 minutes until the rice absorbs the liquid and the chicken cooks through.
7
Garnish the dish with fresh parsley, serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Southern feast.
Health Info
Macros
41g
CARBS
21g
FAT
46g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
LACTOSE FREE
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use any type of rice to cook chicken and rice?
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How do I prevent the chicken from drying out or the rice from being mushy?
How do I know if the chicken and rice are done?
Can I add vegetables to the chicken and rice dish?