
By munchinwithmaddie.blog
Creamy Cajun Chicken Orzo
Instructions
Prep:10minCook:35min
This Creamy Cajun Chicken Orzo is a cozy, comforting one-pan meal that's perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with spicy, smoky cajun seasoning, this dinner achieves big flavor with minimal effort. It's filled with plenty of protein, carbs and healthy fats for a well-rounded dish that makes for some epic leftovers.
Updated at: Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:01:42 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Good
Glycemic Index
43
Low
Glycemic Load
12
Moderate
Nutrition per serving
Calories486.8 kcal (24%)
Total Fat23.8 g (34%)
Carbs28 g (11%)
Sugars6.3 g (7%)
Protein40.3 g (81%)
Sodium1393.1 mg (70%)
Fiber5.7 g (20%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings

1.5 lbsboneless skinless chicken thighs

1 Tbspcajun seasoning

salt
to taste

pepper
to taste

1 Tbspolive oil
or avocado oil

1 cupyellow onion
jumbo, diced

1green bell pepper
diced

3cloves garlic
minced

1 Tbsptomato paste
optional

1 tspcajun seasoning

1 cupdry orzo

2 cupschicken broth
or chicken bone broth for extra protein

½ cupheavy cream

2 ozfresh spinach

0.5juice from lemon
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