Description
A cozy, flavor-packed rice bowl with crispy Cajun chicken, fluffy white rice, fresh green onions, parsley, and a creamy spicy mayo drizzle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cups cooked white rice
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. If the rice is not already cooked, prepare it first so it is warm and ready for serving.
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken thighs with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cornstarch until evenly coated.
- In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, hot sauce, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Add the olive oil to the hot skillet. Place the chicken in a single layer and cook in batches if needed.
- Cook the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes per side, turning as needed, until golden, lightly crispy, and cooked through.
- Divide the warm rice among 4 bowls. Top with the cooked chicken, then drizzle with the spicy mayo.
- Finish with sliced green onions and chopped parsley, then serve immediately.
Notes
- Pat the chicken dry before seasoning for better browning.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet or the chicken may steam instead of crisp.
- Keep the sauce separate until serving for the best texture.
- Reheat leftover chicken in a skillet or oven to help keep it crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
Keywords: crispy cajun chicken rice bowl, cajun chicken bowl, chicken and rice bowl, spicy mayo chicken bowl, easy rice bowl dinner