One-Pan Cajun Chicken, Sausage & Rice

• servings: 4 servings
• active time: 10 minutes
• total time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

12 oz andouille sausage, sliced

1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice, rinsed

3 cups chicken broth

1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 small onion, diced

1 bell pepper, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Directions

Brown the Chicken and Sausage: Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and sliced sausage, cooking until the chicken is browned and the sausage is slightly crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Sauté Vegetables: In the same pan, add the diced onion and bell pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Add Rice and Spices: Stir in the rinsed rice, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika, ensuring the rice is well coated with the spices.

Add Broth and Cook: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Return the browned chicken and sausage to the pan. Cover and cook on low heat for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Finish and Serve: Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot, with extra Cajun seasoning on the side if needed.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1
• Calories: 445
• Total Fat: 32 g
• Saturated Fat: 9 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
• Trans Fat: 0 g
• Cholesterol: 66 mg
• Sodium: 2301 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 23 g
• Dietary Fiber: 1 g
• Total Sugars: 3 g
• Protein: 16 g