Cajun Chicken Orzo: A Juicy Twist on Comfort Food Mondays
Enjoy a vibrant and flavorful Cajun Chicken Orzo that brings comfort food to a new level.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup onions, diced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Season the chicken with Cajun seasoning and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add garlic, onions, and bell peppers, and sauté for a few minutes.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and chicken broth, and bring to a simmer.
- Add orzo pasta and cook until al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Finally, stir in heavy cream and remove from heat.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust the spiciness by altering the amount of Cajun seasoning.
- Optional: Add your favorite vegetables for more variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Cajun Chicken Orzo, Comfort Food, Pasta Recipe