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This simple One Skillet Creamy Artichoke Chicken Marsala and Orzo makes for the best any night of the week dinner that feels extra special. Lightly breaded chicken seared until golden with nutty browned butter. The chicken is finished in a simple marsala wine pan sauce with fried artichokes and orzo pasta. And a major bonus…it’s all made entirely in one skillet. Every spoonful is layered with delicious, spring flavors, lemony fried artichokes, and creamy pasta. The perfect way to spend a relaxing night in the kitchen with family and friends.
I know I’ve said it before, but I really love a one skillet dinner. It takes the effort and stress out of the busy weeknight dinner. And for whatever reason, they’re always layered with so many delicious flavors. And that’s definitely the case with this chicken marsala which I adapted a bit for spring.
Back in the fall, I made a chicken marsala with mushrooms. It turned out so delicious and it’s been one of my favorite recipes I’ve shared in a long while. Basically, I wanted to adapt that recipe to be a little more fitting for spring. And that’s when I had the idea to also include a little orzo pasta into the mix.
Yes, orzo pasta, dinner all in one! So, I tried, and well, long story short, it turned out beyond delicious. Pasta is never a bad idea…
Here are the quick and simple details…
If you love a good chicken marsala, you’ll love this slight twist even more. It’s all about the lemony fried artichokes and or course that orzo pasta.
Start with the chicken. If you’ve made chicken parmesan this is very similar. Just dredge the chicken through a mix of flour, then pan-sear it in a hot skillet. This allows the chicken to form a nice golden crust on the outside. Using thin chicken cutlets is key. The thin chicken cooks evenly and browns nicely in a short amount of time.
Tip: if your grocery store does not carry chicken cutlets, as a swap, try asking your butcher to pound out chicken breasts for you. This is super easy to do at home, but truthfully…it’s just not that much fun. The butcher can quickly pound out the chicken and save you the trouble…and the mess.
Pan-sear the chicken, then add in the butter. The butter browns around the chicken creating an even more delicious flavor.
Now the artichokes, the best part! The key is frying them in a little butter before adding anything else to the skillet. They’ll get a little crispy and take on a pretty golden brown color.
Once the artichokes have had time to crisp up, toss in the shallots, garlic, and lots of thyme. Again, allow that butter to brown, creating an even more delicious flavor.
Also, if you like, you could easily replace the artichokes with asparagus or broccoli. I think both would be delicious!
At this point, just add in the wine, simmer until reduced, then stir in the cream and a light squeeze of lemon juice. I find this brightens and lightens the flavors up a bit. Allow everything to simmer and thicken into a delicious creamy sauce.
Finish it up.
And then, that’s it.
I like to top with fresh thyme, then serve this up immediately. As the orzo sits, it will continue to soak up the sauce, so this is really best to enjoy right after cooking. But don’t worry the leftovers are still delicious too!
Perfect for just about any night of the week. I love how quickly and easily this comes together. It really is one of those “no fuss”, easy, delicious dinners that everyone loves. Hoping it quickly becomes a staple dinner for you guys!
Looking for other springtime dinners? Here are some of my favorites:
Spinach and Artichoke Pita Grilled Cheese
One Pot Baked Spinach and Artichoke Mac and Cheese
20 Minute Orzo Carbonara with Crispy Prosciutto and Burrata
Lastly, if you make this One Skillet Creamy Artichoke Chicken Marsala and Orzo be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
One Skillet Creamy Artichoke Chicken Marsala and Orzo
Servings: 4
Calories Per Serving: 920 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken cutlets, or 2 boneless chicken breasts, sliced in half horizontally
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 12 ounces (1-2 jars) marinated artichokes, drained
- 1 shallot, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves (or 2 teaspoons dried thyme)
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 cup dry orzo pasta
- 1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 3/4 cup dry marsala wine
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- 1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Place the flour and garlic powder in a shallow bowl and dredge the chicken through the flour mix, pressing to adhere.2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet set over medium-high heat. When the oil shimmers, add the chicken and sear on both sides until golden, about 3-5 minutes per side. Add 1 tablespoon butter and allow the butter to brown around the chicken, about 2 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet.3. To the skillet, add 2 tablespoons olive oil and the artichokes. Cook undisturbed for 2 minutes or until golden. Add 2 tablespoons butter, the shallots, garlic, thyme, and a pinch each of salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook 2-3 minutes, until fragrant. Add the orzo. Cook another 2 minutes. 4. Pour in the wine and broth. Cook 10-12 minutes until the orzo is al dente, then pour in the cream. Add the chicken and lemon juice to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes or until warmed through. 5. Serve the chicken and orzo topped with fresh thyme. Eat!
This post was originally published on April 8, 2021
Another big hit! Your recipes make cooking dinner a joy!
Hey Suzanne,
Fantastic!! I am thrilled that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for making it! Happy Friday:) xTieghan
Hi Tieghan! I am allergic to alcohol (even if cooked) so can I sub more broth for Marsala? Also, do you think I could sub rice for orzo? Thanks! Love your recipes! 🙂
Hey Jordi,
Yes, more broth is totally fine and same with the rice, it will just take a little longer to cook than the orzo! xTieghan
Made it; loved it! Used acini pasta since I had that on hand.
Hey Michele,
Fantastic!! I am thrilled that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for making it! Happy Friday:) xTieghan
Made this last night, and we loved it! I think I’ll add mushrooms and spinach and a little more liquid next time just to make it a little more saucy and get some more veggies.
Hey Emily,
Fantastic!! I am thrilled that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for making it! Happy Friday:) xTieghan
What size skillet do you typically use for this recipe and similar ones? Also, if I wanted to make this carb free would anything to the recipe change if I leave out the orzo? Thanks!
Hey Bryn,
I typically use an 11 inch skillet for most of my recipes. If you want to omit the orzo, I would reduce the liquids as well. I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
This was so delicious. We’re both took our first bite and said, “wow.” I used beef broth instead of chicken broth because that is what I had. I love all your recipes but this one inspired me to rate and review.
Hey Kaelyn,
I am so glad that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a bunch for making it! xxTieghan
Orzo needs more than 15 minutes, other than that/ great dish!
Thanks for giving the recipe a try Betsy!
Made this, this evening with a side of arugula…it was a hit! Even my teenagers liked it!
Hey Daniela,
I am so glad that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a bunch for making it! xxTieghan
This looks great! Cant wait to try. I realized I only have sweet Marsala wine. Will that change the taste?!!
Hey Courtney,
That should be totally fine to use. I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you give it a try! xTieghan
Loved this one! The Marsala really makes it. Drank a martini that was way too big before cooking it so I’m not sure how closely I followed the recipe but YUM!
Hey Kim,
Awesome!! I am thrilled that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for giving it a go! xTieghan
This was amazing!! Made it tonight and will definitely make again! Literally everything I have made from your cookbook or IG has been a hit with my family! Thank you!!
Hey Ashley,
Awesome!! I am thrilled that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for giving it a go! xTieghan
Hi,
I would like to make this, but without the dairy. I am thinking of replacing the butter with chicken fat, but I am not sure what to do about the cream. I have done coconut milk in the past with some recipes, but I don’t think that would work here. Extra broth maybe?
Looks like a great recipe.
Thank you,
Sarah
Hey Sarah,
If you still want the creamy effect, I would use coconut milk or another dairy free milk that you enjoy. I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
This truly was as easy to make as you said. And super yummy! All of those eating with me said this recipe was a keeper, and I shared the recipe with two of them. Thanks for making my dinner night easy and delicious!
Hey Joy,
Thanks so much for making this recipe, I am so glad that it was enjoyed! xTieghan
I had about a third of the suggested artichokes and no garlic salt, but wow! What a flavorful, aromatic dish! Your recipes have given me a tasty challenge over the quarantine and featured in several meals with friends. This one one ranked at the top!
Hey Meredith,
Thanks so much for making this recipe, I am so glad that it was enjoyed! xTieghan
Another hit! This is so delicious and easy! And the fact that it comes together in one pan is a bonus!
Hey Diane,
Thanks so much for making this recipe, I am so glad that it was enjoyed! xTieghan
I loved this recipe! I rated it four stars because it is a little heavy on the oil, grease, and cream, but it was oh so delicious! I will make it again for sure!
Hey there,
Thanks so much for making this recipe, I am so glad that it was enjoyed! xTieghan