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Cajun Chicken Alfredo Orzo

A creamy and flavorful pasta dish combining Cajun seasoned chicken with tender orzo and a rich Alfredo sauce, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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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
Calories: 620
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Base Ingredients
  • 2 cups orzo pasta
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced Can substitute with shrimp or tofu.
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Adjust to taste.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Garnish
  • to taste Chopped parsley For garnish.

Method
 

Cooking the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced chicken, seasoning it with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Sauté until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
Making the Sauce
  1. Once the chicken is cooked, sprinkle in the minced garlic and let it sizzle for an additional minute until fragrant.
  2. Stir in the orzo, followed by the heavy cream, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  3. Allow the orzo to cook for about 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally until tender and has absorbed most of the cream.
  4. Off the heat, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 750mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve with garlic bread or a light salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat with a splash of milk or cream for creaminess. Can also freeze portions for later use.

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