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Cajun Chicken Alfredo Orzo

Cajun Chicken Alfredo Orzo: Creamy Comfort in One Pot

This Cajun Chicken Alfredo Orzo delivers a twist on comfort food in just 30 minutes, combining bold flavors and creamy texture in a one-pot meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts diced
For the Base
  • 1 cup orzo pasta gluten-free works too
  • 4 cups chicken broth vegetable broth for vegetarian option
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream substitute with full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese consider nutritional yeast for dairy-free
For the Aromatics
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or any neutral oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
For the Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning adjust quantity for milder taste
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For Optional Vegetables
  • 1 medium bell pepper diced, optional
  • to garnish fresh parsley omit if not on hand

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat two tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat for 1–2 minutes until it glistens.
  2. Add 1 pound of diced boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add 1 diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until onion is translucent and garlic is fragrant.
  4. If using, toss in 1 diced bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in 1 cup of orzo pasta, followed by 4 cups of chicken broth and 1 cup of heavy cream. Bring to a boil while stirring frequently.
  6. Lower to a gentle simmer and cover. Cook for 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the pot and stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Adjust seasoning according to taste and feel free to customize with shrimp, sausage, or favorite veggies.

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