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bowl of crockpot creamy cajun chicken orzo
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Crockpot Creamy Cajun Chicken Orzo

Author: Justin Holmes

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 2 Tbsps minced garlic
  • 1 Tbsp creole seasoning
  • 1 can rotel
  • *Optional chopped bell peppers or broccoli
  • 16 oz orzo

Instructions

  • In a large crockpot, add chicken, milk, heavy cream, chicken stock, garlic, rotel, any additional veggies and creole seasoning then stir to coat chicken.
  • Cook on high for 2-3 hour, or low for 4-6. Just until the chicken gets to 165°F.
  • Once cooked, remove and dice (or shred) chicken or use a masher to shred the chicken directly in the crockpot.
  • Add orzo or pasta of choice and stir to cover all of the orzo/pasta and cover, letting cook until al dente (20-30 mins).
  • You can enjoy as is or garnish with fresh, grated cheese and chopped parsley for an added finish.

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