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A white bowl filled with creamy One Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo Orzo topped with sliced chicken and parsley.

One Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo Orzo

A creamy, spicy, and quick weeknight meal combining tender Cajun chicken with orzo pasta in a rich Alfredo sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning adjust to taste
  • 1.5 cups Orzo pasta dry
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups Chicken broth low sodium recommended
  • 1 cup Bell peppers chopped
  • 2 cups Spinach fresh
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic

Equipment

  • Large pot or skillet

Method
 

  1. Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot or skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, saute chopped bell peppers for 2-3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in orzo pasta, coating it with the vegetable mixture.
  5. Add chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Add extra broth if needed. Season with more Cajun spice if desired.
  7. Slice the chicken and return to the pot. Add spinach and stir until wilted. Serve hot with garnishes.

Notes

For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream. You can substitute chicken with shrimp or sausage.
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