Description
Cajun Chicken & Sausage Bowls with Creamy Cilantro Sauce is a deliciously vibrant dish that captures the essence of Louisiana cuisine. This easy-to-make meal features juicy chicken, savory andouille sausage, and a rich cilantro sauce that balances the bold spices beautifully. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, these bowls are versatile enough to customize with your favorite toppings, making them a hit with everyone. Whether you’re craving comfort food or looking for a quick and satisfying meal, these Cajun-inspired bowls will not disappoint.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 lb andouille 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 mixing bowl, combine chicken, sausage, olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat.
- Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken and sausage for about 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Meanwhile, prepare the creamy cilantro sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until smooth.
- To assemble the bowls: divide cooked rice into serving bowls, 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/Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Louisiana
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg