Description
This Comforting One-Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo Orzo is a quick and flavorful dish that brings the bold tastes of Cajun cuisine together with creamy Alfredo in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Boneless skinless chicken breasts: 1 lb
diced
Cajun seasoning: 1 tablespoon
Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
Diced onions: 1 cup
Garlic: 2 cloves
minced
Bell pepper: 1 cup
diced (optional)
Orzo pasta: 1 ½ cups
Chicken broth: 4 cups
Heavy cream: 1 cup
Parmesan cheese: 1 cup
grated
Salt: to taste
Pepper: to taste
Fresh parsley: for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and Cajun seasoning, cooking until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Add the diced onions, garlic, and bell pepper (if using) to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the orzo and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cover. Cook for about 10 minutes, or until the orzo is tender.
- Once the orzo is cooked, stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat through until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the Cajun seasoning based on your spice preference. This dish is perfect for meal prep and reheats well.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
Keywords: Cajun Chicken Alfredo, One-Pot Pasta, Easy Dinner, Comfort Food, 30-Minute Meals