Name: Creamy Cajun Chicken Orzo
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cajun-inspired
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs chicken breasts; 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning; black pepper, to taste; 1 tsp paprika; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp butter; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 1 onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups orzo; 4 cups chicken broth; 5.2 oz Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese; 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated; 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

1

Season chicken breasts generously on all sides with Cajun seasoning, black pepper, and paprika.

2

Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

3

Add the seasoned chicken to the hot skillet and cook for a few minutes per side, until browned and cooked through.

4

Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

5

In the same skillet, add the chopped bell pepper and onion. Sauté for a few minutes until they begin to soften.

6

Add the minced garlic and cook for about one minute until fragrant.

7

Stir in the orzo and toast for a couple of minutes, coating it in the pan drippings.

8

Pour in the chicken broth, stir, and bring to a simmer. Cook until the orzo is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.

9

Reduce heat and stir in the Boursin cheese until it melts and forms a creamy sauce.

10

Chop the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and add it back to the skillet.

11

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

12

Mix everything together until well combined. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

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