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Chicken Marsala Orzo

A creamy and savory dish featuring tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and orzo pasta in a rich Marsala wine sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Orzo
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
Marsala Sauce
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup Marsala wine sweet or dry
  • 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Method
 

Cook the Orzo
  1. In a pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the orzo according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Drizzle a little olive oil over the cooked orzo to prevent sticking.
Prepare the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  2. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
Make the Marsala Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they are browned and tender, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the Marsala wine and scrape the bottom of the skillet to deglaze. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Combine and Serve
  1. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat in the sauce. Add the cooked orzo and mix well.
  2. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

Serve with a side of garlic bread and a green salad for a complete meal.

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