Description
Cajun Chicken Orzo is a tantalizing one-pot meal that brings the bold flavors of Cajun cuisine right to your dinner table. This creamy pasta dish features tender chicken breast and orzo, perfectly seasoned with zesty Cajun spices. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also leaves you with minimal cleanup. The comforting texture combined with vibrant flavors makes it a favorite among both kids and adults. Customize it by adding your choice of vegetables or proteins for an even more personalized touch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 chicken breasts (cut into strips)
- 1–3 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 large onion (finely diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine chicken strips, Cajun seasoning, and salt.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a chef's pan over medium heat; add the chicken and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in onion, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and tomato paste; cook for 5 minutes.
- Add orzo to the pan for one minute, then pour in chicken broth; bring to a simmer and cover for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Uncover, mix in spinach until wilted, then add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; stir until creamy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg