Description
A delicious one-pot meal blending Cajun spices with creamy Alfredo and tender chicken, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large pot.
- Add the diced chicken and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning, cooking until the chicken is browned.
- Stir in the orzo pasta and chicken broth, bringing to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until the orzo is tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
Make sure to use freshly grated Parmesan for the best creamy texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun/Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg