Description
Marsala Chicken Orzo is a comforting dish that brings together tender chicken, savory mushrooms, and delicate orzo pasta in a rich Marsala wine sauce. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this meal is not only delicious but also visually appealing. With its creamy texture and robust flavors, it offers a gourmet experience that can be easily made at home. Serve it warm with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an irresistible touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup sweet Marsala wine
- 8 oz fresh cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and slice the mushrooms.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper; sauté until browned and cooked through (6-8 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms to the skillet; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in Marsala wine and chicken broth; scrape any bits from the skillet and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Stir in heavy cream until combined; allow it to simmer gently.
- Cook orzo according to package instructions (usually about 8-10 minutes), drain well, then combine with the Marsala chicken mixture before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg