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One Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo Orzo

A creamy and spicy dish featuring tender pieces of chicken, zesty Cajun seasoning, and silky Alfredo sauce, all combined with orzo pasta for a comforting family meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning Adjust according to heat preference
  • 2 cups orzo pasta
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • to garnish Chopped parsley For added color and flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season your diced chicken breast with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the seasoned chicken. Cook until it’s golden brown and fully cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
Cooking
  1. Stir in the orzo pasta and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 10-12 minutes until the orzo is tender.
  2. Pour in heavy cream and add grated Parmesan cheese. Stir to combine and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Serving
  1. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve.

Notes

Prep chicken a day before to save time. Swap chicken for shrimp, beef, or a vegetarian option to customize.