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Meal Prep Cajun Chicken Bowls
Prep Time
10
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
30
minutes
minutes
Total Time
40
minutes
minutes
Servings
4
servings
Calories
550
Enjoy flavorful Cajun chicken bowls with rice, fresh veggies, and a creamy sauce, perfect for meal prep and quick lunches.
Ingredients
Protein
2
large
chicken breasts
(cubed or sliced)
1
tbsp
Cajun seasoning
1
tsp
garlic powder
1/2
tsp
paprika
Salt & pepper to taste
Salt & pepper
1
tbsp
olive oil
Grains
1
cup
basmati or jasmine rice
2
cups
chicken broth
Vegetables & Herbs
1/2
onion
finely chopped onion
2
cloves
garlic (minced)
1/2
cup
Greek yogurt or light cream
2
tbsp
mayonnaise (optional for richness)
1
tsp
Cajun seasoning
1/2
tsp
lemon juice
Bell peppers (red, yellow, green)
Bell peppers
(sliced)
Spinach or kale
Spinach or kale
(fresh)
Cherry tomatoes
Cherry tomatoes
(halved)
Fresh parsley
Fresh parsley
(chopped)
Instructions
Rinse rice and cook in chicken broth until fluffy (15 min).
Season chicken with Cajun spices, then cook in olive oil until golden (6–8 min).
Mix yogurt, mayo, Cajun seasoning, and lemon juice to make sauce.
Assemble bowls with rice, chicken, veggies, and drizzle with sauce.
Divide into containers and refrigerate up to 4 days. Reheat before serving.
Notes
Adjust spice level and add fresh herbs for extra flavor.
Calories:
550
kcal
Cost:
$15
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
Cajun, chicken, Meal Prep