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A vibrant plate featuring tender Cajun chicken sliced atop a bed of glossy, orange-hued orzo pasta mixed with colorful bell peppers and green herbs, all garnished with fresh parsley on a rustic wooden table.

Spicy Cajun Chicken Orzo Delight

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A quick and flavorful Cajun chicken orzo dish that combines hearty spices with tender chicken and al dente pasta, perfect for weeknight dinners.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté bell peppers and garlic until tender, about 3 minutes.
  5. Add orzo pasta and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes or until orzo is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
  7. Return chicken to skillet, stir to combine, and heat through.
  8. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

  • You can add extra vegetables like corn or zucchini for more flavor.
  • Adjust Cajun seasoning according to your spice preference.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American, Cajun
  • Diet: gluten-free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 450 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg