Description
Creamy Cajun Chicken Orzo is a delicious and comforting dish that brings together the bold flavors of Cajun spices with tender chicken and creamy orzo pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights, this meal can be prepared in just 30 minutes and promises to impress with its satisfying texture and vibrant taste. Whether you’re planning a cozy dinner at home or hosting friends, this dish is sure to be a hit. The rich cream sauce, combined with the subtle kick of Cajun seasoning, makes every bite an explosion of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 thinly sliced chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 onion (diced)
- 1 shallot (minced)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh thyme and lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Coat chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from pan and keep warm.
- In the same pan, add butter, orzo, onion, shallot, and additional Cajun seasoning. Sauté until onions are translucent.
- Pour in chicken broth and cook for about 7 minutes until orzo is al dente.
- Stir in heavy cream, parmesan cheese, and lemon juice until fully combined.
- Return cooked chicken to the pan, let rest for 5 minutes to thicken the sauce, and serve garnished with fresh thyme and lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg