Chicken Marsala
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
312 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chicken Marsala
Description
To prepare Chicken Marsala, boneless, skinless chicken breasts are halved and pounded to uniform thinness for even cooking. Each piece is dredged in a seasoned flour mixture and pan-seared until golden and fully cooked. This establishes a crisp exterior with a juicy interior.
The sauce begins by melting butter and sautéing sliced mushrooms and diced onions until softened. Adding garlic and flour develops a base to thicken the sauce. Marsala wine is slowly whisked in and reduced, then combined with chicken broth and heavy cream to achieve a smooth, flavorful sauce.
This sauce is spooned over the chicken pieces before serving, lending a mild sweetness and earthy notes from the mushrooms. Chicken Marsala is typically served warm and pairs well with sides like pasta, rice, or vegetables to soak up the sauce.
If desired, the sauce quantities can be adjusted for more coverage, and mushroom or onion amounts can be tailored per taste. Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to four days and freeze safely for up to three months.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1 pound chicken breast this is about 3 medium chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
- 3 tablespoons olive oil more as needed
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Marsala Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup mushroom sliced
- 1 onion finely diced, medium
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup marsala wine see post for substitutes
- 3/4 cup chicken broth chicken stock can be used
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
Chicken
- Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create 2 thin pieces from each breast.
- Pound the chicken pieces to about ¼ inch thick. Heat the oil to medium high heat in a deep large skillet.
- Place the flour, salt, and pepper onto a plate. Whisk this together with a fork.
- Take each piece of chicken one at a time and coat it with the flour mixture. Shake off any excess flour mixture, then place the pieces into the hot oil. Cook just a few pieces of chicken at a time so that the pan is not overcrowded.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked fully through and seared to a golden brown.
Chicken Marsala Sauce
- To make the marsala sauce, melt butter in the skillet after removing the chicken. Add the mushrooms and diced onions and cook for 3 minutes.
- Add 1 tablespoon of flour and minced garlic. Stir and cook for 1 minutes. Make sure to scrape the bottom of the pan to release any of the flavorful bits that may be stuck there.
- Whisk in Marsala wine and simmer it for 1 minute. Whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream.
- Bring the creamy sauce mixture to a low boil. Then reduce heat and simmer it to thicken and reduce the sauce, deglazing the pot every so often. Cooking time will take 8 to 10 minutes, you want to give it plenty of time to develop a rich golden color and thicken.
- Return the chicken to the skillet continuing to heat for a few minutes in the mushroom sauce, or until the chicken is heated through. Serve.
Notes
- The sauce quantity can be doubled if you prefer a saucier dish or more generous coverage.
- Adjust the volume of mushrooms and onions based on your preference to increase or reduce these components.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 312 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 312kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 86mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 627mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 402mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 432IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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