Description
Cajun Rice is a deliciously vibrant side dish that brings the spirit of Louisiana right to your table. This easy-to-make recipe features succulent long-grain white rice sautéed with colorful bell peppers and aromatic spices, creating a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for any occasion, whether you’re serving it alongside grilled meats or enjoying it as a hearty standalone dish, Cajun Rice is sure to impress your family and friends. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can whip up this flavorful dish in no time and customize it to suit your taste.
Ingredients
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- 1/3 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 red bell pepper (seeded and diced)
- 1/2 green bell pepper (seeded and diced)
- 1/2 yellow onion (diced)
- 3 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 1/2 cup long-grain white rice
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add diced bell peppers and onion; sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
- Pour in chicken broth and add garlic powder, thyme, paprika, pepper, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
- Stir in rice; cover and reduce heat to maintain a simmer.
- Cook for 20–25 minutes until rice is tender. Let sit covered for 10 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Louisiana
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg