The Absolute Best Chicken Marsala
Chicken Marsala is a classic Italian-American dish that features tender chicken breasts cooked in a savory Marsala wine sauce. This recipe will guide you through creating the absolute best Chicken Marsala that is bursting with flavor and perfect for a special dinner at home.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup Marsala wine
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Dredge the chicken breasts in a mixture of flour, salt, and pepper.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and sauté the mushrooms until they are golden and the liquid has evaporated.
- Pour in the Marsala wine and chicken broth, then bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the chicken to absorb the flavors of the sauce.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 30g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Large skillet Tongs Measuring cups and spoons Cooking knife Cutting board
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the Chicken Marsala with a side of creamy mashed potatoes or buttered pasta for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a richer sauce, you can add a splash of heavy cream at the end of cooking.
Cost
$20