Back in college, I started a tradition with my friends and roommates that I would cook up a big feast on Mardi Gras. This Cajun Rice Bake was served at the inaugural meal I made and it has been on the Mardi Gras table ever since. It is bursting with flavor and you can easily double the recipe to feed a crowd.
Start by sautéing onions and peppers in olive oil. Add the sausages and brown well to bring extra flavor. Once the sausage is brown, add chicken and Cajun seasoning and cook well before mixing in rice, chicken broth and a can of tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a simmer before transferring to the oven to bake for 35-45 minutes.
To make the Cajun Rice Bake, you will need the following ingredients:
Preheat the oven to 375 °F.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a Dutch oven or large ovenproof pan. Sauté ½ a chopped red bell pepper, ½ a chopped green bell pepper and 1 medium chopped onion until they start to soften.
Place 2 chopped andouille sausages in the pan or Dutch oven and cook until browned all over.
Stir in 2 minced cloves of garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Mix in 2 chopped chicken breasts and a teaspoon of Cajun seasoning. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cook, until the chicken is cooked through, stirring often.
Add 1 ¼ cups of long grain rice and stir well. Pour 1 can of tomato sauce and 2 cups of chicken broth. Add 1 cup of cheddar cheese and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Transfer the pan to the oven and bake for about 35-45 minutes, until the rice is cooked through. Once cooked, remove from the oven and leave to cool for 5-10 minutes in the pan.
Serve warm, garnished with green onions.
My friends and family would kill me if I didn’t serve this Cajun Rice Bake at my annual Mardi Gras feast. Try it out this year - you’ll love it! Please come back to leave a review telling me what you think!
Love this recipe! Made it for Mardi Gras. So full of flavor and super easy!
I made this Cajun Rice Bake for Mardi Gras like I did in college, and it brought back such fun memories! It's so easy, packed with flavor, and perfect for feeding my family. A go-to recipe that never disappoints and always gets rave reviews!
So simple, love it
Super tasty meal!
So delicious, family loves it
Yo, this Cajun Rice Bake is mad fire! Made it for my buds on Mardi Gras – it totally stole the show! Full of flavor and easy to whip up. Love it!
Amazing! This Cajun Rice Bake totally brings back my college Mardi Gras vibes! It's so easy to make, my friends always ask for it. I double the recipe now to feed the whole crew! Yum! Can't get enough of that flavor explosion!
This Cajun Rice Bake is simply fantastic. I made it for my kids during Mardi Gras, just like I used to in college with friends. The flavors are rich, and they loved it. It’s so easy to double the recipe for family gatherings. A must-try.
This Cajun Rice Bake is absolutely delish! I made it for my family and they loved it, just like my college friends did.
Superb flavors, simple preparation.
Super tasty dish! Brought back great memories from college Mardi Gras. The flavors are excellen, and it's so easy to make. I've made it for my friends, and it's always a crowd pleaser. Seriously, try this recipe!
Delish!
Superb recipe ever.
Man, this Cajun Rice Bake is superb! I made it for my Mardi Gras get-together with friends, and everyone was blown away. The blend of spices and sausage brought me back to my college days! It’s so easy to whip up—definitely a keeper for any big feast.
Cajun Rice Bake rocked my Mardi Gras! Friends loved it!
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