Cajun Chicken Orzo
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4 Servings
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Calories
405 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Cajun Chicken Orzo
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Cajun chicken orzo is an easy weeknight dinner that packs a ton of flavor. Tender, juicy, chicken breast is cooked in cajun seasoning then served on top of a creamy cajun orzo cooked in the pan juices. Everyone is going to love this delicious spicy meal which only takes 30 minutes to make.
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Ingredients
- 2 ½ tablespoons Cajun Seasoning see recipe below
- 1 lb chicken
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 3 cloves garlic
- ½ onion chopped
- 1 green bell pepper
- 1 ½ cups chicken stock
- 1 cup orzo
- ½ cup milk
- salt
Cajun Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon thyme
- ½ teaspoon cayenne
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- If you’re making your own cajun seasoning, combine all ingredients in a small bowl until fully combined. Season the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning. Make sure all sides are coated. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Once heated, add the chicken and cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes. Flip the chicken then cook for about 3 minutes on the other side or until the chicken is cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same pan, without cleaning it out, add the bell pepper, onion, garlic and remaining 1 tablespoon of cajun seasoning. Cook for about 2-3 minutes or until the onion begins to turn translucent. You may need to add 1-2 tablespoons of chicken broth to deglaze the pan if your pan dries out too much.
- Add orzo and cook until toasted, about 1-2 minutes. Add tomato paste, chicken stock, milk, and an extra pinch of salt to taste. Stir until well combined. Bring to a simmer, cover the skillet, and cook until all of the liquid is absorbed. About 12-15 minutes.
- Slice the cooked chicken breasts and add to the orzo. Top with parsley and green onion for garnish. Serve warm.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
405kcal
(20%)
Carbohydrates
45g
(15%)
Protein
30g
(60%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
5g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
64mg
(21%)
Sodium
1962mg
(82%)
Potassium
947mg
(27%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
3068IU
(61%)
Vitamin C
28mg
(31%)
Calcium
99mg
(10%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 405 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 405kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 45g | 15% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 64mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 1962mg | 82% |
| Potassium | 947mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 3068IU | 61% |
| Vitamin C | 28mg | 31% |
| Calcium | 99mg | 10% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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