Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Marsala Chicken Orzo, a delightful one-skillet dish that combines tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and al dente orzo pasta, all simmered in a rich Marsala wine sauce. Perfect for cozy family dinners or special gatherings, this creamy meal is not only quick to prepare but also easy to clean up. In just 35 minutes, you can serve a delicious dish that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. With versatile ingredients that can be customized to your liking, Marsala Chicken Orzo is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup Marsala wine
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté mushrooms for 4-5 minutes. Add minced garlic and thyme; cook for another minute.
- Deglaze the pan with Marsala wine, scraping any browned bits off the bottom. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in orzo; cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente.
- Reduce heat; stir in heavy cream until smooth. Return chicken to skillet to warm through and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg