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Marsala Chicken Orzo

Delicious Marsala Chicken Orzo for Cozy Dinner Nights

A creamy, one-skillet dish combining tender chicken in a luscious Marsala wine sauce served over orzo pasta; perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts boneless, skinless
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for sautéing
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Marsala Wine feel free to substitute with dry white wine and honey
  • 2 tablespoons Butter creates a velvety sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth low-sodium if preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs Thyme or Rosemary
For the Pasta
  • 1 cup Orzo can substitute with small pasta like farfalle or fusilli

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the orzo and cook according to package instructions, typically around 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Once cooked, drain the orzo in a colander and set it aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove the chicken and set it aside.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in 1 cup of Marsala wine and 1 cup of chicken broth, stirring to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. After the sauce has thickened, return the sautéed chicken to the skillet, ensuring it is well coated in the sauce. Let everything simmer together for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. To serve, place a scoop of cooked orzo on each plate, laying the tender chicken on top. Drizzle the rich Marsala sauce over the chicken and orzo, garnish with freshly chopped herbs, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze in separate containers for up to 2 months. Reheat gently, adding broth or water if necessary to prevent drying out.

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