If you love bold flavors and comforting meals, this Creamy Cajun Butter Rice with Golden Garlic Chicken is a must-try. Tender pieces of chicken are seasoned with Cajun spices and seared until golden, then served over rich, creamy rice infused with garlic, butter, and melted cheese. Every bite is packed with savory flavor and a touch of Cajun warmth.

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This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, family meals, or whenever you’re craving a hearty and satisfying one-pan style meal.

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1½ tsp Cajun seasoning
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
¾ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced

For the Rice

1½ cups long-grain white rice
3 cups chicken broth
3 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp Cajun seasoning

Instructions

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs mostly clear. Set aside.

Season the chicken pieces evenly with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and sear until golden brown with slightly crisp edges. During the last minute of cooking, add the minced garlic and stir until fragrant. Remove the chicken from the skillet and keep warm.

In a separate pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.

Add the rice and stir it into the butter and garlic. Toast the rice lightly for 1 to 2 minutes to enhance the flavor.

Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15 to 18 minutes until the rice becomes tender and fluffy.

Once the rice is cooked, stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, black pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Mix until the cheese melts and the rice becomes creamy, glossy, and rich.

Spoon the creamy Cajun butter rice onto serving plates. Arrange the golden garlic chicken pieces on top and gently nestle some pieces into the rice.

Finish by sprinkling chopped fresh parsley over the dish and serve while hot.

Cooking Details

Cooking Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: approximately 790 per serving

Serving Tips

For extra flavor, add sautéed bell peppers or mushrooms to the rice. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the chicken can also brighten the dish and balance the creamy sauce. This meal pairs wonderfully with a crisp green salad or roasted vegetables for a complete dinner.

Creamy Cajun Butter Rice with Golden Garlic Chicken

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Ingredients

1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

1½ tsp Cajun seasoning

1 tsp garlic powder

½ tsp smoked paprika

¾ tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

For the Rice:

1½ cups long-grain white rice

3 cups chicken broth

3 tbsp butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan

½ cup shredded mozzarella

½ tsp black pepper

½ tsp Cajun seasoning

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Instructions

1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs mostly clear. Set aside.

2. Season the chicken evenly with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

3. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and sear until golden-brown with lightly crisp edges. Add minced garlic during the last minute and cook until fragrant. Remove chicken and keep warm.

4. In a separate pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.

5. Stir in rice and toast lightly for 1 to 2 minutes.

6. Pour in chicken broth, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 to 18 minutes until rice is tender.

7. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, mozzarella, black pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Mix until the cheese melts and the rice becomes creamy, glossy, and rich. Every grain should be coated.

8. Spoon the creamy Cajun butter rice onto a serving plate. Arrange the golden garlic chicken on top and gently nestle some pieces into the rice.

9. Sprinkle fresh parsley over the dish and serve hot.