Cajun Chicken Orzo
A delightful one-pot dish with tender chicken, aromatic vegetables, and flavorful orzo pasta, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil (for sautéing)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Once hot, add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning generously on both sides.
- Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the pot and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are nicely browned.
- Stir in the orzo pasta and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover the pot and let the mixture cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
Don’t overcook the chicken, and adjust Cajun spice to your taste. This dish is customizable with different proteins or vegetables.
Find it online: https://www.chickenpalette.com/cajun-chicken-orzo/