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Honey Butter Cajun Chicken Orzo
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Honey Butter Cajun Chicken Orzo

1 hServes 4Nutri-Score C€€
from @simplylemmons1 import0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • boneless skinless chicken thighsMeat4 pieces
  • avocado oilPantry15 ml
  • garlic powderSpices2 g
  • onion powderSpices2 g
  • cajun seasoningSpices4 g
  • smoked paprikaSpices2 g
  • Italian seasoningSpices2 g
  • black pepperSpices1 g
  • unsalted butterDairy42 g
  • honeyPantry42 g
  • orzoGrains180 g
  • chicken brothPantry480 ml
  • onion (diced)Produce1 piece
  • red bell pepper (diced)Produce0.5 pieces
  • green bell pepper (diced)Produce0.5 pieces
  • garlic (minced)Produce3 pieces
  • tomato pastePantry16 g
  • red pepper flakesSpices1 g
  • lemon juiceProduce5 ml
  • heavy creamDairy45 ml

per serving

Nutrition

439kcal

Carbs
41 g
Proteins
26 g
Fat
19 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Frying pan
  • Mixing bowl

step by step

Method

  1. Marinate the chicken

    • Coat the chicken thighs with the oil, garlic powder, onion powder, cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning and black pepper.
    • Let marinate for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour.
    Step 1

  2. Sear the chicken

    • Heat a pan over medium-high heat and drizzle in a little oil.
    • Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side, then remove from the pan.
    Step 2

  3. Make the honey butter and baste the chicken

    • Lower the heat in the same pan and add the unsalted butter and honey.
    • Once it starts to simmer, return the chicken and baste it in the sauce until fully coated.
    • Set the chicken aside and drizzle most of the honey butter on top, keeping a little in the pan for the vegetables.
    Step 3

  4. Sauté the vegetables

    • Turn the heat up to medium and add the diced onion, diced peppers and garlic.
    • Sauté until softened, then add the tomato paste.
    • Cook until the tomato paste slightly darkens.
    Step 4

  5. Toast the orzo

    • Add the orzo and sauté, stirring often so it doesn't stick to the bottom of the pan.
    Step 5

  6. Add broth and seasonings

    • Pour in the chicken broth and add the garlic powder, onion powder, cajun seasoning, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, black pepper and lemon juice.
    • Stir well.
    Step 6

  7. Simmer the orzo

    • Reduce to a simmer and cook the orzo uncovered until al dente, stirring frequently.
    Step 7

  8. Finish with cream and chicken

    • Add the heavy cream and stir.
    • Return the chicken thighs on top, cover the pan and let it simmer to reheat the chicken.
    Step 8

  9. Serve

    • Uncover the pan and drizzle the leftover honey butter on top.
    Step 9
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