Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by dicing chicken, seasoning with Cajun seasoning, chopping onion, and mincing garlic.
- Sauté the seasoned chicken in olive oil over medium-high heat until golden brown.
- Add the onion and sauté until translucent, then add garlic and cook briefly.
- Incorporate the orzo, toasting it for 1-2 minutes.
- Add chicken broth, bring to a boil, then simmer until orzo is al dente.
- Reduce heat, stir in heavy cream until creamy.
- Add Parmesan cheese, stir until melted, and season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the spice level by adjusting the Cajun seasoning.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with vegetables and use vegetable broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-free (if using gluten-free orzo)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Cajun Chicken, Alfredo, Orzo, One Pot, Pasta, Comfort Food