Cajun Chicken Orzo Pasta

Creamy Orzo pasta with spinach topped with grilled cajun chicken.

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

1. season chicken breasts or tenders generously with cajun seasoning olive oil, salt and pepper

Step 2

2. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken on both sides until golden brown and cooked through, them remove it from the pan and let it rest before slicing

Step 3

3. In the same pan add the butter diced white onion, diced yellow onion, and minced garlic. Cook until the onions soften and the garlic become sfragrant.

Step 4

4. Stir in the tomato paste and let it cook down for 1-2 minutes.

Step 5

5. Add the orzo and toast it in the pan for 1-2 minutes so it picks up all that flavor.

Step 6

6. Slowly add the chicken stock stirring often until the orze is tender and creamy.

Step 7

7. Lower the heat, then stir in the heavy cream, parmesan, spinach, and fresh lemon juice.

Step 8

8. Mix until the spinach wilts and the sauce becomes smooth and glossy.

Step 9

9. Plate the creamy cajun orzo, top with sliced chicken, and finish with parmesan, parsley, black pepper, and a little extra lemon juice.