Description
Marsala Chicken Orzo is a comforting dish that features tender chicken and orzo pasta in a rich, savory Marsala sauce. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 1 cup Orzo Pasta
- 1 cup Marsala Wine
- 3 cloves Fresh Garlic, minced
- 2 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- Fresh Herbs (Parsley and Thyme)
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Chop garlic and measure orzo.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear until golden brown on both sides.
- Add garlic and wine: Remove chicken from skillet. Add minced garlic; sauté until fragrant, then pour in Marsala wine.
- Simmer with broth and orzo: Stir in chicken broth, bring to a boil, add orzo, and return chicken to the skillet. Cover and simmer until orzo is tender.
- Finish with herbs: Sprinkle chopped parsley and thyme before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Substitute orzo with other small pasta shapes or add seasonal vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for added nutrition. Ensure chicken is at room temperature before cooking for even browning.