Description
Chicken Marsala is a rich and creamy Italian-American classic that combines tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a luscious wine-based sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners, this dish is easy to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ⅔ cup dry Marsala wine
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to ¼-inch thickness
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- ⅔ cup chicken broth
- ⅔ cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season and dredge the chicken in flour.
- Sear chicken in a skillet with olive oil and butter until golden brown; set aside.
- Sauté mushrooms, shallots, and garlic in the same skillet.
- Deglaze the pan with Marsala wine, then reduce by half.
- Add chicken broth, heavy cream, and thyme. Let simmer until the sauce thickens.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and simmer briefly.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Use gluten-free flour or cornstarch for a gluten-free option.
- Substitute Marsala wine with sherry or white wine, if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Fried and Simmered
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Calories: 370
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: Easy Chicken Marsala, Creamy Chicken Marsala, Italian Chicken Recipe, Homemade Chicken Marsala