Description
A quick and easy one pot dish combining creamy orzo, zesty Cajun seasoning, chicken, and cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the pot: Select a large pot suitable for high heat.
- Add the orzo and broth: In the pot, combine orzo pasta and chicken broth.
- Incorporate the chicken and seasoning: Add the diced chicken and Cajun seasoning, stirring well.
- Bring to a boil: Turn heat to medium-high and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat: Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-12 minutes.
- Add the cream and cheese: Pour in heavy cream and add Parmesan, stirring until creamy.
- Taste and season: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to your taste.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with green onions and enjoy warm.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with your favorite vegetables.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Cajun, Orzo, One Pot Meal, Comfort Food, Quick Dinner