Description
Experience the comforting taste of Marsala Chicken Orzo, a quick and elegant dish that pairs tender chicken with the rich aroma of Marsala wine. This easy recipe features orzo pasta, which absorbs a creamy, savory sauce, making each bite an explosion of flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish can be ready in just 30 minutes, impressing both novice and seasoned cooks alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- ¾ cup sweet Marsala wine
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Slice mushrooms and mince garlic.
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil; cook orzo according to package instructions (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper; sauté until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add mushrooms and garlic; cook until mushrooms are tender (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in Marsala wine; reduce for 2 minutes. Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream.
- Combine cooked orzo with the chicken mixture; stir gently until heated through. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg