Garlic Butter Cajun Cheesy Chicken

Garlic Butter Cajun Cheesy Chicken

Juicy chicken and Cajun-seasoned rice coated in a creamy, cheesy sauce with a kick of garlic and spice.

Preparation Time

20 min

Cooking Time

25 min

Overall Time

45 min

Created By: Lili Clark

Category: Dinner

Skill Level: Moderate

Cuisine Type: American

Output: 5 Serves

Dietary Options: ~

Ingredients

→ Chicken and Seasoning

2 lbs chicken breast, sliced into thick strips

2 tablespoons olive oil

8 tablespoons butter, divided

10 cloves garlic, minced, divided

2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, divided

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1.5 teaspoons salt, divided

1 teaspoon black pepper, divided

→ Rice and Broth

1.5 cups long-grain white rice

3 cups chicken broth

→ Cheese and Cream

1.5 cups heavy cream

8 oz Velveeta, cubed

1 cup shredded mozzarella

3/4 cup grated Parmesan

4 oz cream cheese, softened

→ Garnish

3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Steps

Heat the olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and season with 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.

Add 4 tablespoons of butter and 5 cloves of garlic to the skillet. Stir for about a minute to coat the chicken in the garlic butter, then transfer the chicken to a plate.

Melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter in the same skillet. Add the remaining garlic and cook briefly before stirring in the uncooked rice.

Sprinkle in the remaining Cajun seasoning, then pour in the chicken broth. Add the remaining salt and black pepper, cover, and cook until the rice is tender.

Reduce the heat and stir in the heavy cream, followed by the Velveeta and cream cheese. Mix until both cheeses are fully melted.

Add the mozzarella and Parmesan, stirring until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.

Return the chicken to the skillet and gently mix until the rice and chicken are evenly coated in the cheesy Cajun sauce. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Required Tools

Large deep skillet
Knife
Cutting board
Measuring spoons
Measuring cups

Allergy Information

Always check each ingredient for allergens, and consult a medical professional if unsure.

Milk
Dairy products

Nutritional Information (per serving)

These details are shared for general guidance and don’t replace professional advice.

Lili Clark

Hi! I’m LiLi, a former kitchen disaster who learned to cook by documenting my grandmother’s recipes. I believe cooking should be accessible, sometimes messy, and always delicious. Join me as I share everything from family classics to weeknight emergencies!

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