Easy Cajun Chicken Rice Bowls

Name: Easy Cajun Chicken Rice Bowls
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite sized pieces; 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup white rice; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 bell pepper, diced; 1 small onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 green onion, sliced for garnish

These hearty bowls bring bold Cajun flavors to your dinner table with tender chicken and fluffy rice.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· October 9, 2026

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Prep

10 minutes

Cook

25 minutes

Total

35 minutes

Serves

There is something so satisfying about a bowl that has everything you need in one go. This recipe uses simple spices to create a deep, smoky flavor that makes the chicken taste like it came straight from a grill, and it all cooks up nicely in a single pan for easy cleanup.

My favorite trick for this dish is to let the chicken rest for a few minutes before you slice it. It keeps all those delicious juices inside where they belong, making every bite of your bowl extra tender and savory.

🧺 Ingredients

1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite sized pieces
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup white rice
2 cups chicken broth
1 bell pepper, diced
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 green onion, sliced for garnish

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Toss your chicken pieces in a bowl with the Cajun seasoning until they are well coated.
2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
3
Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until it is golden brown and cooked through, then remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
4
In the same pan, add the onion and bell pepper, cooking them for about 5 minutes until they soften.
5
Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
6
Add the rice to the skillet and stir to coat it in the pan juices, then pour in the chicken broth.
7
Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
8
Stir the chicken back into the skillet to warm it through, then serve in bowls topped with fresh green onions.

💡 Tips

If you have leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also add a splash of water when reheating in the microwave to keep the rice nice and fluffy.

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