Chicken Marsala Orzo
A delightful one-pot dish bringing together tender chicken and creamy Marsala sauce with orzo pasta, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten-Free Option Available
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup Marsala wine
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil (for cooking)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in a large pot with olive oil over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add the diced chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the orzo and cook for 1-2 minutes to lightly toast it.
- Pour in the Marsala wine and scrape up any browned bits for added flavor.
- Add the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, cooking for 10-12 minutes or until the orzo is tender.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
Cut chicken into uniform pieces for even cooking. Adjust seasoning and add more broth if the dish is too thick.
Find it online: https://www.chickenpalette.com/chicken-marsala-orzo/