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A vibrant plate of Cajun chicken orzo featuring tender grilled chicken pieces tossed with colorful bell peppers, and green herbs, served on a rustic white plate with a side of fresh parsley, showcasing textures of perfectly cooked orzo pasta with a slight smoky, spicy look and glossy sauce, styled simply on a dark wooden table with a hint of paprika sprinkled around.

Spicy Cajun Chicken Orzo Delight

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A fiery and flavorful Cajun chicken orzo dish perfect for weeknight dinners. Mix tender grilled chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and aromatic Cajun spices with perfectly cooked orzo pasta.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups orzo pasta
  • 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into chunks
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook orzo pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  2. Toss chicken chunks with Cajun seasoning.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned.
  4. Add garlic and sliced peppers; sauté until peppers are tender.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add cooked orzo and mix well.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste for spiciness.
  • For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon or a dash of hot sauce.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: easy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 480 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 920 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 70 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg