American · Main course
Creamy Cajun Chicken Orzo
From @munchinwithmaddie_ on TikTok ↗
Chicken thighs, bell pepper and spinach with creamy Cajun orzo. Make @munchinwithmaddie_'s recipe with measured ingredients and five cooking steps.
- Estimated time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 4
- Ingredients
- 12
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How to make it
- 1
Season and sear the chicken
Toss the chicken thighs with the Cajun seasoning and salt.
Heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat.
Sear the chicken until golden and cooked through, then set aside.
- 2
Sauté the vegetables
Add the bell pepper to the pan and cook until softened.
Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant.
- 3
Cook the orzo
Stir the orzo into the pan to coat it in the aromatics.
Pour in the chicken stock and bring to a simmer.
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is al dente and the liquid is absorbed.
- 4
Make it creamy
Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream.
Return the chicken to the pan along with the spinach.
Cook until the spinach wilts and the sauce thickens.
- 5
Finish and serve
Stir in the parmesan and a squeeze of lemon juice to balance the spice.
Taste, adjust the seasoning and serve straight from the pan.
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Questions about creamy cajun chicken orzo
- How long does creamy cajun chicken orzo take?
- The estimated total time recorded for this recipe is 40 minutes. Read the method before starting and allow for any cooling, chilling or marinating described in the steps.
- How many servings does this recipe make?
- The quantities listed are for 4 servings. The full ingredient list and instructions are included above.
- Who created this recipe?
- This recipe was shared by @munchinwithmaddie_ on TikTok. Mezze transcribed the video into ingredients and steps; the original video is linked above.
