Cajun Chicken Orzo: A Juicy Twist on Comfort Food Classics
A delicious blend of Cajun spices, succulent chicken, and orzo pasta creates a comforting dish that tantalizes the taste buds.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 pound boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1/2 cup onions, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions and set aside.
- Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken and add bell peppers, onions, and garlic to the skillet, sauté until softened.
- Add chicken broth, bring to a boil, and then stir in the cooked orzo.
- Stir in heavy cream and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Slice the chicken and serve over the orzo mixture, garnished with parsley.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding more or less Cajun seasoning.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 40 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 milligrams
Keywords: Cajun, Chicken, Orzo, Comfort Food, Southern Cuisine