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Cajun Chicken Orzo

Cajun Chicken Orzo

This creamy Cajun Chicken Orzo is a delicious one pot dinner featuring tender cajun chicken, creamy orzo, and fresh veggies.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner, Pasta
Cuisine American, Cajun
Servings 4 people
Calories 600 kcal

Equipment

  • large heavy-bottomed pot

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Vegetables

  • 2 large Chicken Breasts cut into small cubes
  • 1-2 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning
  • 1 medium Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1 medium Green Bell Pepper thinly sliced
  • 5 cloves Garlic thinly sliced

Pasta and Liquid

  • 2 cups Orzo
  • 3 cups Chicken Stock
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream
  • ½ cup Parmigiano

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Sprinkle chicken with cajun seasoning and toss until evenly coated.
  • Heat a large pot over medium high heat, add olive oil, and sear chicken until golden brown for 3-5 minutes.
  • Remove chicken and add onions and peppers with a pinch of salt. Cook for about 3 minutes until starting to tenderize.
  • Add garlic and stir for 2 minutes to release the flavor.
  • Add orzo and toast for about 1 minute.
  • Return chicken to the pot, add chicken stock, and bring to a boil. Reduce to a gentle boil and stir often.
  • Once the liquid has evaporated, cover the pot and let sit for 5 minutes.
  • If orzo is too al dente, add more liquid and cook a few minutes longer.
  • Stir in heavy cream and parmigiano, and finish with flaky salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dishCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Cajun, chicken, orzo, pasta
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