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• 1.5 teaspoons Onion powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Sweet paprika
• 1.5 teaspoons Dried oregano
• 1.5 teaspoons Dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• to taste Salt
• to taste Black pepper
• 1 small Brown or yellow onion
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 125 grams Mayonnaise
• splash Lemon juice
• 900 grams Chicken breasts
• to taste Avocado oil
• 300 grams Basmati rice
• 600 ml Water
• optional Flat leaf parsley

Instructions

1. 1

   Mix all spice mix ingredients (onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, thyme, chili powder) together in a bowl.

2. 2

   Dice the onion and mince or grate the garlic.

3. 3

   Prepare the sauce by mixing mayonnaise, 2.5 teaspoons of the spice mix, salt, pepper, and a splash of lemon juice. Keep refrigerated.

4. 4

   Butterfly and slice the chicken breasts into even fillets. Coat them with 4.5 teaspoons of the spice mix, salt, and pepper.

5. 5

   Sauté the onions in avocado oil until translucent. Add the garlic and 2 teaspoons of the spice mix, stirring for 30 seconds.

6. 6

   Add the washed basmati rice, water, and salt to the pan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat and simmer covered for 12 minutes. Let stand off-heat for 4 minutes.

7. 7

   Sear the chicken in a hot pan with avocado oil for 3-3.5 minutes per side until cooked through.

8. 8

   Rest the chicken for 5 minutes, then slice. Fluff the rice with a fork.

9. 9

   Portion rice and chicken into containers, drizzle with the Cajun sauce, and garnish with parsley if desired.