Cajun Chicken Orzo
A comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, orzo pasta, and a creamy Cajun seasoning sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat some oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and season with Cajun seasoning. Cook until browned.
- Combine the onion, garlic, and bell pepper in the pot. Sauté until softened.
- Stir in the orzo and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
- Cover and cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the orzo to become al dente.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For extra heat, consider adding fresh peppers during the sautéing stage or more Cajun seasoning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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