Comforting One-Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo Orzo in 30 Minutes
Enjoy a creamy and spicy one-pot meal that combines tender chicken, orzo pasta, and a luscious Alfredo sauce, all done in just half an hour!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 pound boneless chicken breast, cubed
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken seasoned with Cajun seasoning. Cook until golden brown.
- Add the orzo and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until orzo is cooked.
- Stir in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be easily customized with your favorite vegetables.
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning based on your spice preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Cajun, Chicken, Alfredo, Orzo, One-Pot, Comfort Food