Description
Cajun Chicken Orzo is a delightful one-pot meal that brings the vibrant flavors of Cajun cuisine to your dinner table in just 40 minutes. This creamy dish features tender chicken breast, perfectly cooked orzo pasta, and a rich blend of Cajun spices, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With a satisfying depth of flavor and comforting texture, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike. Plus, minimal cleanup means more time to enjoy the company of loved ones!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 chicken breasts (cut into strips)
- 1–3 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tbsp butter
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup spinach (shredded)
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 3 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Season chicken strips with Cajun seasoning and salt. Heat olive oil and butter in a large chef's pan over medium heat. Cook chicken until browned.
- Add onion, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and tomato paste; sauté for about five minutes.
- Stir in orzo pasta and cook for one minute before adding chicken broth. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Check orzo tenderness; stir in spinach until wilted.
- Mix in heavy cream and parmesan cheese until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg