Description
Marsala Chicken Orzo is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, flavorful Marsala wine, and creamy orzo pasta for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup Marsala wine
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture.
- Pour in the Marsala wine and let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Add the orzo and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
- Cover and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the orzo is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, add a splash of heavy cream before serving.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or peas for extra nutrition.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Marsala Chicken Orzo, comfort food, Italian dish, chicken recipe