One-Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo Orzo
One-Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo Orzo is a creamy, flavorful dish combining tender chicken and zesty Cajun spices, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces, mince the garlic, and measure out the broth and cream.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add chicken pieces seasoned with Cajun seasoning. Sauté until golden brown (about five minutes).
- Add minced garlic to the pot immediately after removing the chicken. Stir until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Stir in uncooked orzo pasta along with chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally until orzo is al dente (about ten minutes).
- Reduce heat and add freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until melted and well combined.
- Transfer portions to bowls or plates and garnish with optional chopped green onions for added freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg