One Pot Cajun Chicken Orzo

Name: One Pot Cajun Chicken Orzo
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tsp Smoked Paprika; 3/4 tsp Garlica Powder; 3/4 tsp Onion Powder; 1/2 tsp Cayenne; 1 tsp Dried Oregano; 1 tsp Dried Thyme; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Black Pepper; 1 tsp Avocado Oil; 1 lb Chicken Breast (cubed); 1 tbsp Butter; 1/2 Sweet Onion (diced); 1/2 Green Pepper (diced); 1/2 Orange Pepper (diced); 3 cloves Garlic (minced); 14.5 oz Fire Roasted Tomatoes (1 can); 1 cup Orzo (dry); 1.5 cups Chicken Broth; 2 oz Cream Cheese; Fresh Parsley (to serve)

5 steps

Prep:20minCook:30min

This super flavorful cajun chicken orzo all cooks in one skillet. Between the chicken, orzo, and vegetables, this is a complete dinner all in one pan!

Updated at: Thu, 16 Feb 2023 22:23:56 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Good

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

Moderate

Nutrition per serving

Calories394.3 kcal (20%)

Total Fat19 g (27%)

Carbs31.6 g (12%)

Sugars6.6 g (7%)

Protein24.6 g (49%)

Sodium1020.3 mg (51%)

Fiber6.8 g (24%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Step 1

Combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, oregano, thyme, and salt & pepper in a small bowl. Cube chicken breast and toss with half of the seasoning mixture.

Step 2

Heat avocado oil in a large pan over medium high heat. Add seasoned chicken breast and cook stirring occasionally until chicken is cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

Add butter to the same pan over medium heat. Add onion and peppers and cook stirring often for about 3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and orzo. Toast for 2 minutes.

Step 4

Add can of tomatoes, the other half of the seasoning mixture, and chicken broth. Let it come to a boil then turn heat down to medium low and simmer until orzo is cooked through and most of the liquid is absorbed. Stir frequently. Add more chicken broth if needed.

Step 5

Turn heat to low. Stir in cream cheese. Add back the cooked chicken and stir to combine. Serve with fresh parsley.

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