Cajun Chicken Orzo: A Juicy Twist on Comfort Food Classics
Experience a delicious blend of flavors with this Cajun Chicken Orzo recipe that brings comfort food to a new level.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Creole
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 pound Cajun seasoned chicken breast, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in the onion, garlic, and bell pepper; sauté until soft.
- Add the orzo, chicken broth, paprika, and thyme. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for about 10-12 minutes or until the orzo is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- This dish is best served hot.
- Feel free to add more vegetables for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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