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Extreme close-up of glossy orange Alfredo sauce coating orzo with seared chicken cubes. (Cajun Chicken Alfredo Orzo)

Cajun Chicken Alfredo Orzo: The Ultimate Creamy One-Pan Comfort Meal

This Cajun Chicken Alfredo Orzo features tender orzo in a glossy, light orange cream sauce with diced red peppers and perfectly charred chicken cubes. A 30-minute meal that is spicy, creamy, and visually stunning.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American-Italian, Cajun
Calories: 645
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Breast Diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning Divided use
  • 1.5 cups Orzo Pasta Dry
  • 1 large Red Bell Pepper Finely diced
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream 480ml
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Parsley Finely chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet Essential for getting a deep sear on the chicken.
  • 1 Chef's knife For fine dicing of peppers and parsley.

Instructions
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Heat oil in a skillet. Toss chicken with 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning. Sear until golden-brown with dark char marks. Remove from pan.
  2. Add diced red peppers to the same skillet. Sauté until softened, about 4 minutes.
  3. Add orzo and broth. Simmer until orzo is tender and liquid is reduced.
  4. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Fold chicken back in until sauce is thick and glossy.

Notes

Ensure the pan is very hot before adding chicken to get the char marks.
Use fresh-grated Parmesan to ensure the sauce stays smooth and glossy.
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