Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Marsala Chicken Orzo, a creamy one-skillet meal that brings together tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and perfectly cooked orzo pasta enveloped in a rich Marsala wine sauce. This delightful dish is perfect for intimate dinners or casual gatherings, offering the best of Italian-American comfort food. With its simple preparation and unique flavor profile, it’s bound to become a go-to recipe for busy weeknights. In just under an hour, you can enjoy a fulfilling meal that is both delicious and easy to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 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
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (165°F). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat; sauté mushrooms for 4-5 minutes until browned. Add garlic and thyme; cook until fragrant.
- Deglaze with Marsala wine, scraping up any bits from the skillet, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer; stir in orzo and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente.
- Lower heat and stir in heavy cream; return chicken to skillet to warm through. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg