Description
A classic Italian-American dish, Chicken Marsala features tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich, savory mushroom and Marsala wine sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lbs)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
- 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 8 oz cremini or white mushrooms, sliced
- 3/4 cup sweet Marsala wine
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to an even 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge them in flour, shaking off the excess.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden-brown on both sides and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover to keep warm.
- Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the same skillet. Add the mushrooms and cook until golden and their moisture has evaporated, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the Marsala wine to the pan and boil for a few minutes until reduced by half, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Stir in the chicken broth and cook for another 3 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the heavy cream. Simmer gently until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the chicken to the pan and simmer for a few minutes to heat through and allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- For a more intense flavor, use dry Marsala wine instead of sweet.
- Ensure the mushrooms are well browned for maximum flavor in the sauce.
- This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, pasta, or crusty bread.
- Can be made ahead and gently reheated over low heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 537
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 446mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 49g
- Cholesterol: 157mg
