Cajun Chicken With Corn Salsa Recipe

Name: Cajun Chicken With Corn Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup whole kernel corn; 1 small (1/2 cup) red bell pepper, chopped; 1/2 cup chopped red onion; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh garlic; 2 teaspoons finely chopped jalapeno pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1 (20-ounce) package boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning blend; 1/4 cup Land O Lakes Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt; 1/2 cup chicken broth or water*; 3 cups hot cooked white rice or your favorite rice blend

Servings: persons

1 cup whole kernel corn
1 small (1/2 cup) red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup chopped red onion
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh garlic
2 teaspoons finely chopped jalapeno pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 (20-ounce) package boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning blend
1/4 cup Land O Lakes Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt
1/2 cup chicken broth or water*
3 cups hot cooked white rice or your favorite rice blend

1
Combine all salsa ingredients in bowl; refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors or up to 8 hours.
2
Sprinkle both sides of chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning.
3
Melt Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt in 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until sizzling.
4
Add chicken; cook, turning once, 4-5 minutes or until chicken is golden brown on both sides.
5
Add chicken broth; cover pan.
6
Reduce heat to medium.
7
Continue cooking, turning chicken occasionally, 6-10 minutes until internal temperature reaches at least 165F and juices run clear when pierced with fork.
8
Remove chicken from skillet; cut into strips.
9
Spoon rice onto large platter; place chicken over rice.
10
Spoon pan sauce over chicken.
11
Top with salsa.
12
Serve immediately.

833

kcal

Calories

Fat

127

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup whole kernel corn, 1 small (1/2 cup) red bell pepper, chopped, 1/2 cup chopped red onion, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, and more.

Yes, Cajun Chicken With Corn Salsa falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cajun Chicken With Corn Salsa

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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