Cajun Chicken Alfredo Orzo: Fast and Comforting Dish in 30 Minutes
A delicious and creamy Cajun chicken alfredo orzo that can be made in just 30 minutes, perfect for a quick dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chicken and Cajun seasoning, cook until browned.
- Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Stir in orzo and chicken broth, bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until orzo is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mix until creamy.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of lemon juice before serving.
- This dish is great for meal prep and reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg