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Cajun Chicken Orzo

Cajun Chicken Orzo: A Creamy One-Pot Wonder for Dinner

This Cajun Chicken Orzo is a creamy and flavorful one-pot dinner that the whole family will love.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs Chicken Breasts cut into small strips
  • 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning adjust to heat preference
  • 1 tsp Salt
For the Sauté
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil can swap with vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp Butter adds richness
  • 1 medium Onion finely diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes optional but recommended
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
For the Orzo Dish
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta
  • 3 cups Chicken Broth or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups Shredded Spinach can substitute with any leafy green
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese consider serving extra on top

Equipment

  • large pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut the chicken breasts into small strips, mix with Cajun seasoning and salt, and let marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. In a large pan, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the chicken and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  3. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 3 minutes until translucent. Then add sun-dried tomatoes and tomato paste, cooking for another 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in orzo pasta and toast lightly in the pan for about 1 minute.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Once the orzo is nearly tender, stir in shredded spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  7. Lower the heat and add heavy cream and grated Parmesan. Mix until creamy and adjusted seasoning before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Can be frozen for 3 months. Reheat with a splash of broth to maintain creaminess.

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