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Chicken Marsala Orzo

Creamy Chicken Marsala Orzo for Effortless Weeknight Dinners

This quick Chicken Marsala Orzo blends tender orzo with a rich mushroom sauce for an effortless weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with avocado oil if preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Can be replaced with additional olive oil for a dairy-free version.
  • 8 oz Cremini or White Mushrooms Use button mushrooms as a substitute if necessary.
  • 1/2 medium Onion Yellow or white onions work well.
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced Use garlic powder (1/8 tsp) if fresh is unavailable.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon Mustard Substitute with yellow mustard for a milder flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Marsala Wine Non-alcoholic substitute: use grape juice with vinegar.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian twist.
  • 1 cup Heavy/Whipping Cream Substitute with coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
For the Pasta
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta, uncooked Can be swapped with quinoa for a gluten-free version.
  • 2 cups Cooked Rotisserie Chicken, shredded Any cooked chicken can be used.
To Finish
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated Nutritional yeast can be used as a vegan substitute.
  • Salt & Pepper Essential for seasoning to taste.
  • Chopped Fresh Parsley Optional for garnish and freshness.

Equipment

  • large soup pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large soup pot, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter, heating over medium-high heat until the butter melts.
  2. Add 8 ounces of sliced cremini or white mushrooms and half a medium chopped onion to the pot. Sauté for about 10-12 minutes, until the mushrooms are nicely seared.
  3. Stir in 1 minced garlic clove, ½ teaspoon of Dijon mustard, and ½ cup of Marsala wine to the pot. Let it cook for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Pour in 2 cups of chicken broth and 1 cup of heavy cream while adding 1 cup of uncooked orzo. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat.
  5. Once the orzo is cooked, gently stir in 2 cups of shredded cooked rotisserie chicken and ½ cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
  6. Season your Chicken Marsala Orzo with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is sure to become a family favorite for those busy weeknights!

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