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Marsala Chicken Orzo

Marsala Chicken Orzo

Comforting Marsala Chicken Orzo brings together tender chicken, a creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked orzo for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Main protein
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For sautéing chicken
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Marsala wine Sweet fortified wine
  • 1 cup Chicken broth Low-sodium recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For creaminess; substitute with olive oil for lighter
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Pasta
  • 1 cup Orzo Rice-shaped pasta
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary) Enhances aroma and freshness

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Colander
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cook orzo in salted boiling water according to package instructions (8-10 minutes), then drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet, season chicken with salt and pepper, cook until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic for 1 minute, then add Marsala wine and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Return cooked chicken to skillet, simmer in sauce for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Serve orzo topped with chicken and sauce, garnished with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze sauce and chicken separately from orzo for up to 2 months.

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