Description
A creamy and flavorful dish that combines Cajun spices with Alfredo sauce and orzo pasta, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 2 cups heavy cream
Instructions
- Cook the chicken breast over medium heat until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Add the orzo and heavy cream to the pot, stirring to combine.
- Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is al dente and has absorbed most of the cream, about 10-12 minutes.
- Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the pot. Stir well and season with Cajun seasoning to taste.
- Serve hot.
Notes
Pair with a side salad or crusty bread. Garnish with fresh parsley or Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg