Description
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1½ lbs chicken breast or thighs, cut into chunks
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2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
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½ teaspoon paprika
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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1 tablespoon butter
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1 small onion, diced
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1 red bell pepper, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
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2 cups chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Optional: chopped parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet or deep pan over medium-high heat.
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Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
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Sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
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In the same pot, melt butter. Add onion and bell pepper; sauté for 3–4 minutes until soft.
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Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add rice and stir to coat in the flavors.
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Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring well.
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Return chicken to the pot. Bring to a gentle simmer.
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Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook for 18–20 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
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Stir in Parmesan cheese until creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.
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Garnish with parsley or green onions before serving.