High Protein Creamy Cajun Chicken & Rice

30m
Serves 4
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Directions

  1. 1Melt down some light butter on medium heat.
  2. 2Add the diced red onions and garlic.
  3. 3Stir until fragrant.
  4. 4Add cajun seasoning.
  5. 5Toast for a minute.
  6. 6Add cooked white rice and mix well to coat in the cajun butter.
  7. 7Set the rice aside.
  8. 8Beat the chicken breast to flatten it.
  9. 9Add cooking spray and the cajun seasoning mix to the chicken.
  10. 10Mix well to coat.
  11. 11Cook the chicken on medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  12. 12In the same pan, melt some light butter.
  13. 13Add more cajun seasoning, low fat milk, and light cream cheese.
  14. 14Let it melt.
  15. 15Add a sprinkle of Parmesan.
  16. 16Stir on low heat until the sauce thickens.
  17. 17Box up your rice and chicken.
  18. 18Top with the creamy cajun sauce.

Ingredients

  • 20 g light butter
  • 0.5 red onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tsp cajun seasoning
  • 700 g cooked white rice
  • 800 g boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 20 g cajun seasoning
  • Cooking spray
  • 15 g light butter
  • 1 tsp cajun seasoning
  • 200 ml low fat milk
  • 150 g light cream cheese
  • 20 g Parmesan

Equipment

panspatulachicken tenderizerglass containers

Tips

  • Store for up to 5 days in the fridge, I like to store the sauce separate but this is optional.
  • To reheat, add the contents to a microwave safe bowl and microwave covered with a damp paper towel for 3-4 minutes till heated through, mix well and enjoy!