Crispy Cajun Chicken Rice Bowl
A delightful blend of flavors with juicy, spiced chicken served with colorful vegetables and fluffy rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Carnivore
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 cup corn
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Coat the chicken breasts with olive oil and season evenly with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Place the seasoned chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
- Sauté the bell pepper and onion in a skillet over medium heat until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the corn and black beans to the skillet; stir and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Once the chicken is done, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
- Serve the cooked rice topped with the sautéed vegetables and sliced chicken.
- Finish off with a sprinkle of green onions.
Notes
Great as leftovers! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 11g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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