Description
Spicy Cajun Chicken Orzo is a vibrant and hearty one-pot meal that masterfully combines tender chicken, zesty Cajun spices, and al dente orzo pasta. This comforting dish bursts with flavor and color, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or create a cozy weeknight dinner, this recipe promises to delight your taste buds and fill your kitchen with enticing aromas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup dry orzo pasta
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts generously with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear chicken for about 6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- In the same skillet, add diced onions and bell peppers; sauté for about 5 minutes until tender. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add dry orzo to the skillet and mix well with the veggies. Pour in chicken broth, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10 minutes until orzo absorbs most of the liquid.
- Reduce heat, stir in heavy cream and sliced chicken, mixing until creamy and heated through.
- Serve hot, garnishing with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg