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Chicken Marsala

Delicious Chicken Marsala with Creamy Mushroom Goodness

Enjoy this Chicken Marsala featuring sautéed mushrooms and rich marsala wine, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Pound to even thickness.
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning.
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper Essential seasoning.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour For dredging.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Dry Marsala Wine Use dry marsala for best taste.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Chicken Broth Enhances taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For browning.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Prevents sticking.
  • 8 ounces Cremini Mushrooms (sliced) Can substitute with button mushrooms.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Adds flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Can use dried in less quantity.
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Can use dried in less quantity.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Thickening agent.
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream For creaminess.
  • to taste Fresh Parsley (chopped) For garnish.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • medium saucepan
  • Meat mallet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken Marsala
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine dry marsala wine and unsalted chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer for about 15 minutes until it reduces to approximately 1 cup.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Pound to an even thickness and dredge in all-purpose flour.
  3. In a skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown; transfer to a plate.
  4. In the same skillet, add butter and cremini mushrooms. Sauté for about 8 minutes, then add minced garlic for the last minute.
  5. Pour the reduction into the skillet with mushrooms, add thyme and oregano, and let simmer. Prepare a cornstarch slurry and stir into sauce to thicken.
  6. Remove from heat, stir in heavy cream, adjust seasonings, and return the chicken to coat in sauce. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pound chicken evenly, use dry marsala wine, and stir in cream off heat for best results.

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