Description
Experience a taste of the South with these vibrant Cajun Chicken & Sausage Bowls topped with a creamy cilantro sauce. This dish seamlessly blends robust spices and fresh flavors, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. With tender chicken, flavorful sausage, and a zesty sauce, each bite delivers an explosion of taste that will impress family and friends alike. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings. Enjoy a wholesome meal that’s not only delicious but also great for meal prep!
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 lb turkey sausage, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 cups cooked rice
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, turkey sausage, olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss until well coated.
- Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken and sausage for about 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked and slightly charred. Let rest before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne (if using) until smooth.
- To serve, divide cooked rice into bowls and top with sliced chicken and sausage. Drizzle with creamy cilantro sauce and serve with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling or Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the seasoning mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Customize your bowls with toppings like avocado slices or shredded cheese to suit individual tastes.