Cajun Chicken Orzo: A Flavorful Twist on Comfort Food
Enjoy a delicious and easy recipe for Cajun Chicken Orzo, blending flavors and comfort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and Cajun seasoning, cooking until chicken is browned.
- Stir in onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook until vegetables are soft.
- Add orzo and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until orzo is tender.
- Stir in tomatoes and heavy cream; cook until heated through.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
- Feel free to adjust the level of Cajun seasoning to your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Cajun Chicken Orzo, Comfort Food, Pasta Recipe