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Creamy Marsala Chicken Orzo Delight

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Enjoy a comforting and flavorful dish with this recipe for Marsala Chicken Orzo. Tender chicken cooked in a rich Marsala wine sauce, paired with savory mushrooms and creamy orzo pasta.

Ingredients

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Chicken:

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Orzo:

  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Mushrooms:

  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Additional:

  • 1/2 cup Marsala wine
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  4. Prepare the Mushrooms: In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms in butter for 4-5 minutes until browned. Add garlic and thyme, cook for 1 minute.
  5. Deglaze with Marsala Wine: Pour in Marsala wine, simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Cook the Orzo: Add chicken broth, bring to a simmer. Stir in orzo, cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente.
  7. Finish the Dish: Reduce heat, stir in heavy cream until sauce is creamy. Return chicken to warm through, adjust seasoning.
  8. Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

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Keywords: Marsala Chicken Orzo, Chicken Orzo, Marsala Chicken Pasta, Italian Chicken Recipe

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