One Pot Cajun Chicken and Rice

Cajun-seasoned chicken, bell pepper, tomatoes, and tender rice simmer together in broth for an easy one-pot dinner ready in about 40 minutes.

Prep: 12 min · Cook: 30 min · Yield: 4 · Method: Stovetop

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 medium bell pepper
• 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
• 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small yellow onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Cooking instructions

1. Cut the chicken into 1-inch cubes. Dice the bell pepper and onion, and mince the garlic. (about 8 min)
2. Season the chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. (about 2 min)
3. Heat the olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and nearly cooked through, about 5 minutes. (about 5 min) — Medium-high heat
4. Add the onion and bell pepper. Cook until slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. (about 4 min) — Medium heat
5. Stir in the rice, diced tomatoes with their juices, and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil. (about 4 min) — High heat
6. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer until the rice is tender and the chicken reaches 165°F, about 18 minutes. (about 18 min) — Low heat
7. Remove from the heat and let the covered skillet rest for 5 minutes before fluffing the rice and serving. (about 5 min)