Creamy Cajun Chicken Orzo: 5 Amazing One-Pan Comfort Meals
A creamy one-pan Cajun chicken orzo made with tender chicken, bold spices, and a rich Parmesan cream sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
1 1/2 pounds chicken
1 cup orzo
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 onion
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 cup cream
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
Instructions
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Season and cook chicken until browned, then set aside.
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Sauté onion and garlic in butter.
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Toast orzo briefly, then add broth and simmer.
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Stir in cream and Parmesan until smooth.
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Return chicken to the pan and serve warm.
Notes
Stir occasionally while cooking to prevent orzo from sticking.