One-Pot Cajun Chicken & Chorizo Rice: Easy & Flavor-Packed!

Ingredients
(Metric / US Customary)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 500g (1 lb) chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 stick of celery, sliced
• 1 red pepper, chopped
• 1 green pepper, chopped
• 130g (4.5 oz) diced chorizo
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 2 tsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
• 200g (7 oz) long-grain rice
• 400g (14 oz) can of chopped tomatoes
• 400ml (1 3/4 cups) chicken stock (cube is fine)
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley (plus extra for garnish)

Instructions

1. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pan over high heat. Cook the chicken for about 3 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
2. In the same pan, sauté the onion, celery, peppers, and chorizo for 2 minutes.
3. Reduce heat, add garlic and Cajun seasoning, and cook for 1 minute.
4. Return the chicken to the pan and add the rice, chopped tomatoes, and chicken stock. Stir and bring to a boil.
5. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is cooked. Stir occasionally.
6. Once done, mix in chopped parsley and serve, adding extra parsley for garnish if desired.

Notes:
• Start with 2 teaspoons of Cajun seasoning and adjust to taste!
• Depending on your rice, you may need to cook longer or add water.
• Freezes well for later!

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