Best One Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo Orzo – Indulgent & Flavorful
Discover the irresistible flavor of Cajun Chicken Alfredo Orzo in this delicious one pot recipe!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the cubed chicken and Cajun seasoning, cooking until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the garlic and bell peppers, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add the orzo, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer.
- Cover and cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until the orzo is cooked.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and spinach until melted and combined.
- Remove from heat and let sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more Cajun seasoning to taste.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Cajun Chicken Alfredo, One Pot Pasta, Easy Dinner, Orzo Recipe