one-pot cajun chicken alfredo orzo: the best creamy comfort dish
The Ultimate Guide to One-Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo Orzo is your comprehensive source for creating a delicious and creamy dish that combines Cajun flavors with comforting orzo pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound orzo pasta
- 2 pounds chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
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 onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the orzo and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper, and mix in fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more Cajun seasoning or red pepper flakes.
- This dish can easily be made with shrimp instead of chicken for a different protein option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Cajun, Chicken, Alfredo, Orzo, One-Pot, Comfort Food