Cajun Chicken Orzo Recipe
This Cajun Chicken Orzo recipe is a flavorful and creamy dish that is quick and easy to prepare. Tender chicken strips are seasoned with Cajun spices, cooked with orzo pasta, spinach, and a creamy Parmesan sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 3 chicken breasts, cut into small strips
Seasoning:
- 1–3 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
Orzo:
- 1 cup (200g) orzo pasta
- 1 cup (240ml) chicken broth
Vegetables:
- 1 large onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chopped sun-dried tomatoes
Sauce:
- ¼ cup (60ml) heavy cream
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 3 tbsp grated parmesan cheese, plus extra to serve
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and salt. Pan fry in butter and oil until colored.
- Cook Vegetables: Add onion, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and tomato paste. Cook over low heat.
- Add Orzo: Stir in orzo, then add chicken broth. Simmer covered for 20 minutes.
- Finish Dish: Test orzo for tenderness, stir in spinach, cream, and Parmesan. Adjust seasoning and serve.
Notes
- If Cajun seasoning is spicy, reduce amount for milder flavor.
- Adjust consistency with water if needed due to orzo absorbing liquid.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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