Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken strips with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add sliced bell peppers to the skillet; cook for another 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add orzo pasta, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun spice level to taste.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like onions or celery.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using GF orzo)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480 Kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg