Marsala Chicken Orzo – A Creamy, One-Pot Comfort Dinner
Creamy Marsala chicken orzo with mushrooms, garlic, and Parmesan. A cozy one-pan dinner perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
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1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts, chopped
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Salt, pepper, garlic powder (to season)
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2 tbsp olive oil, divided
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1 tbsp butter
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8 oz mushrooms, sliced
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1 shallot, finely chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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½ cup Marsala wine
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1 cup dry orzo
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2½ cups chicken broth
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¼ cup heavy cream
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⅓ cup grated Parmesan
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1 tsp dried thyme
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Optional: spinach, peas, fresh parsley
Instructions
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Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Sear in olive oil until golden. Remove and set aside.
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In same pan, cook mushrooms in butter and olive oil until browned. Add shallot, garlic, and thyme. Sauté 2–3 minutes.
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Pour in Marsala wine, scrape bottom of pan, and simmer 2–3 minutes.
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Stir in orzo. Add broth and return chicken to pan. Cover and simmer 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Stir in cream and Parmesan. Add spinach if using. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Adjust seasoning with salt and lemon juice. Use dairy-free cream and cheese substitutes if needed.