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14. Cajun Spiced Chicken and Rice

This recipe brings a little Southern heat to the table. The addition of smoked sausage makes it incredibly hearty for growing boys.
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Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts diced
  • 1/2 lb smoked sausage sliced
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion diced
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  2. Spread the uncooked rice in the bottom of the dish.
  3. Top the rice with the diced chicken, sliced smoked sausage, bell pepper, and onion.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk the chicken broth and Cajun seasoning together, then pour it over the meat and vegetables.
  5. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 40 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  6. Fluff with a fork before serving.