Easy One Pan Cajun Chicken & Rice
Transform your grill into a one-pan wonder with our Easy One-Pan Cajun Chicken & Rice recipe! Bursting with bold Cajun flavors, this hearty meal is a symphony of smoky, spiced chicken, tender rice, and colorful veggies. Perfect for two or a crowd, it's an easy and satisfying way to bring Southern comfort to your table in under an hour. Get the best of both worlds with delicious grilled chicken and succulent rice combined into a fragrant meal, perfect for chilly days.
Easy One Pan Cajun Chicken & Rice
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- 2 tbsp. oil
- 6 chicken thighs or breasts, boneless or bone in skin on
- ¼ cup (50 g) Cajun seasoning
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup (195 g) long-grain white rice
- 1 tbsp. cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp. butter
- 1¾ cups (437.5 ml) chicken broth
- Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
- Sliced limes for garnish
You do not have to use the PRO Chicken Infusion Roaster for this recipe, a Ceramic Casserole, the Grill Roasting Pan, or even the Cast Iron Frying Pan for this recipe.
- Season the chicken thoroughly on both sides and set aside while you preheat the grill, prepare the vegetables, and measure out the ingredients.
- Preheat your grill lighting all of your burners to medium-high. Place a cast iron frying pan or the bottom of the PRO Chicken Infusion Roaster to preheat.
- Oil the warmed pan and sear the chicken on both sides until golden. Remove the chicken to the warming rack or a bowl and add more oil if needed. Cook the vegetables until the onion is translucent. Turn the burners to medium-low.
- Once the vegetables have cooked down, add the garlic, cooking until fragrant, about 30 seconds to a minute. Add the Cajun seasoning, butter, and rice, then toast the rice for a little. Pour over the chicken stock and add the chicken back into the pan along with any juices. Top with some sliced limes. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cover with a lid or foil, cooking for about 20 minutes.
- When all of the liquid has cooked off, everything should be cooked through. Check the rice for doneness and add more stock if needed, continuing to cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and serve, family style, with your favorite Cajun-style side dishes like fried or steamed okra.
- Pair this with a resiling, the crisp fruit and floral aromas will match beautifully with the fragrant and flavorful spices of this meal. For beer pairings, a light or blonde ale will accompany this meal well.
This Easy One-Pan Cajun Chicken & Rice recipe proves that incredible flavor doesn’t have to be complicated. With minimal prep and cleanup, you’ll have more time to enjoy a satisfying, smoky meal with your favorite people. Whether paired with a crisp Riesling or a refreshing blonde ale, this dish is sure to impress. Fire up the grill, grab your ingredients, and let the good times roll! What is your favorite one-pan meal to make on the BBQ? Share your one-pan BBQ recipes, ideas, and photos on our social pages like Facebook and TikTok, using the hashtags #NapoleonEats and #NapoleonGrill.
Happy Grilling!
Gather the ingredients you need
Season the chicken on both sides with Cajun seasoning
Sear the chicken in the preheated pan
Cook the vegetables once the chicken is browned
Toast the rice with more seasoning before adding stock
Add stock and replace the chicken, cover with a lid or foil, cooking for 20 minutes
Test the rice after 20 minutes, add more stock and cook as needed
Serve, family-style with fresh limes
Serve with a floral Reisling or a blonde ale
So fragrant and delicious
I used to be the Sultana of Sizzle, but you can call me Andrea. I have always been passionate about food. Even though I was majoring in Art and Graphic Design, I would frequently be found cooking for my friends and family.
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Gather the ingredients you need
Season the chicken on both sides with Cajun seasoning
Sear the chicken in the preheated pan
Cook the vegetables once the chicken is browned
Toast the rice with more seasoning before adding stock
Add stock and replace the chicken, cover with a lid or foil, cooking for 20 minutes
Test the rice after 20 minutes, add more stock and cook as needed
Serve, family-style with fresh limes
Serve with a floral Reisling or a blonde ale
So fragrant and delicious
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