Description
Cajun Chicken Orzo is a savory one-pot meal that infuses the zesty flavors of Cajun spices into creamy orzo pasta and tender chicken. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is both quick to prepare and satisfying, combining rich textures and a delightful taste that will please everyone at the table. With its minimal cleanup and customizable ingredients, it’s an ideal choice for family dinners or entertaining guests. Serve it topped with fresh herbs or alongside crusty bread for a complete meal that feels like a warm hug on a plate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 chicken breasts (cut into strips)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tbsp butter
- Optional: spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, additional veggies
Instructions
- In a bowl, season chicken strips with Cajun seasoning and salt. Heat olive oil and butter in a chef's pan over medium heat. Cook the chicken until browned.
- Add diced onion, minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and tomato paste; cook until onions soften.
- Stir in orzo pasta, then add chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the orzo is nearly tender, mix in shredded spinach until wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream and sprinkle Parmesan cheese; stir until creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Meal
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg