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Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream until the sauce is creamy and smooth Recipe

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream until the sauce is creamy and smooth Recipe
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A creamy and flavorful one-skillet meal featuring tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and al dente orzo pasta in a rich Marsala wine sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

Chicken:

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

Orzo:

  • 1 cup orzo pasta

Mushrooms:

  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced

Marsala Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup Marsala wine
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Garnish:

  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook the Chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook in olive oil until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Mushrooms: Sauté mushrooms in butter, add garlic and thyme.
  3. Deglaze with Marsala Wine: Add Marsala wine and simmer.
  4. Cook the Orzo: Add chicken broth and orzo, cook until al dente.
  5. Finish the Dish: Stir in heavy cream, return chicken to warm through. Adjust seasoning.
  6. Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

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