Cajun Chicken Orzo Recipe
Creamy and flavorful Cajun Chicken Orzo is a hearty one-pot meal that is easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights. Tender orzo pasta is cooked in a creamy Cajun-spiced sauce with juicy chicken and savory sun-dried tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Main Dish:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
- 2 cups cooked shredded/rotisserie chicken
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Sauté Onion: Heat oil and butter in a pot. Sauté onion for 3-4 minutes.
- Add Ingredients: Add garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, and orzo. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Cook Orzo: Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, and cream. Cook uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring often.
- Finish Dish: Stir in chicken and parmesan. Cover and let thicken for 3-5 minutes off the heat.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste for more or less heat.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: Cajun Chicken Orzo, Creamy Orzo Recipe, One-Pot Pasta, Cajun Chicken Pasta
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