One-Pan Cajun Chicken Sausage & Rice That's Bursting with Flavor

A quick and delicious one-pan dish featuring Cajun chicken, smoked sausage, and rice, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Cajun

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound Chicken (boneless, skinless thighs or breasts) Thighs are juicier.

For the Sausage

12 ounces Sausage (Cajun or smoked) Pre-cooked saves cooking time.

For the Base

1 cup Rice (long-grain white rice) Substitute with farro or couscous if preferred.

For the Spice

2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Infuses the dish with its signature spicy flavor.

For the Vegetables

1 cup Vegetables (onions, bell peppers, celery) Use whatever’s on hand.

For Cooking

2 cups Chicken broth Vegetable broth is a great alternative.

For Garnish

1 tablespoon Fresh parsley Can swap with green onions.

Equipment

Skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Start by dicing your chicken, sausage, and vegetables. Gather your spices, rice, and chicken broth.
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat and brown the diced chicken for about 5-7 minutes.
Add the sausage and vegetables to the pan. Sauté for about 4-5 minutes until softened.
Stir in the rice and Cajun seasoning, then add chicken broth and return the browned chicken.
Reduce heat, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
Fluff rice with a fork, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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