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Cajun Rice

Delicious Cajun Rice That'll Spice Up Your Dinner Game

Cajun Rice is a vibrant, flavorful side dish perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter substitute with olive oil for a lighter touch
  • 1 medium red bell pepper provides sweetness and color
  • 1 medium green bell pepper adds slight bitterness; feel free to replace with extra red bell pepper
  • 1 medium yellow onion offers a savory base; shallots can be a substitute
For the Flavor
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt adjust as needed if using salted broth
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder fresh minced garlic can be used if preferred
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground thyme oregano is a great substitute
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika smoked paprika can add a smoky note
  • a pinch black pepper freshly ground is preferred
  • 1 leaf bay leaf discard before serving
For the Rice
  • 2 cups long-grain white rice brown rice can be used but may need longer cooking time

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cajun Rice
  1. Begin by placing a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, adding 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter until melted.
  2. Once the butter is melted, sauté 1 diced red bell pepper, 1 diced green bell pepper, and 1 finely chopped yellow onion for 5-7 minutes until soft.
  3. Pour in 4 cups of low-sodium chicken broth, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 0.5 teaspoon ground thyme, 1 teaspoon ground paprika, and a pinch of black pepper. Add 1 bay leaf and bring to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, add 2 cups of long-grain white rice, cover, reduce heat to low, and let simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  5. After cooking, remove from heat and let rest for 10 minutes, then fluff the rice with a fork and remove the bay leaf.
  6. Serve warm alongside your favorite dishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Maintain a proper simmer to avoid undercooking or mushy rice. Adjust liquid if necessary.

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