Description
A creamy and spicy one-pot pasta dish that combines Cajun flavors with rich Alfredo sauce and tender chicken.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for sautรฉing)
- 1 cup diced onions (fresh is best)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup bell pepper (diced, optional)
- 1.5 cups orzo pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add the diced chicken and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside.
- Add diced onions and minced garlic to the same pot. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Stir in diced bell pepper if desired.
- Mix in orzo pasta, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the cooked chicken and Parmesan cheese until well combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
You can substitute orzo with other small pasta shapes. Add more Cajun seasoning for extra spice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg