Description
Cajun Chicken Orzo is a delightful one-pot meal that brings together tender chicken and creamy orzo pasta, all infused with the bold flavors of Cajun spices. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests with minimal effort. In just 40 minutes, you can create a comforting dish that bursts with flavor from sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and a rich blend of cheeses. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or adjust the spice level to suit your taste. Whether you’re serving it as a main course or alongside fresh salads, Cajun Chicken Orzo promises to be a hit at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 3 tbsp Parmesan cheese
- 1–3 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tbsp butter
- 1 large onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup shredded spinach
Instructions
- Season chicken strips with Cajun seasoning and salt.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a Chef's pan over medium heat; cook seasoned chicken until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add diced onion, minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and tomato paste; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in orzo and pour in chicken broth; bring to simmer and cover for 20 minutes.
- Once orzo is nearly tender, mix in spinach, 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 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg