Description
Marsala Chicken Orzo Pasta is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, perfectly cooked orzo, and a rich Marsala wine sauce. This recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests at special gatherings. With its creamy texture and aromatic flavors, each bite feels like a warm hug. Plus, it’s quick to make, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup sweet Marsala wine
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the garlic and parsley.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and cook until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side). Remove from the skillet.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and orzo; stir until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in chicken broth and Marsala wine.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, add heavy cream, and simmer until orzo is tender (approximately 10 minutes).
- Stir in chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg