Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsFranklin's Famous Cheesesteak CompanyThe Cajun Louisiana Recipe

The Cajun Louisiana Recipe

Time50m
Serves4

Make The Cajun Louisiana Recipe in just 50m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Protein

Spices & Seasonings

Liquids

Grains

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Dice the onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Mince the garlic and chop the green onions. Slice the Andouille sausage and chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Season the Chicken

    In a bowl, combine the chicken thighs with 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.

  2. 4

    Add Garlic and Sausage

    Stir in the minced garlic and sliced Andouille sausage. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the sausage starts to brown.

  3. 5

    Cook the Chicken

    Add the seasoned chicken thighs to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.

  4. 6

    Add Liquid and Rice

    Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the long-grain rice, the remaining Cajun seasoning, and bay leaves.

  5. 7

    Simmer

    Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.

  6. 8

    Finish with Green Onions

    Once cooked, remove the pot from heat. Discard the bay leaves and stir in the chopped green onions. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serving

  1. 9

    Serve

    Spoon the Cajun Louisiana into bowls and serve hot. Enjoy with additional hot sauce if desired.

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