Easy Chicken Marsala
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
248 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Easy Chicken Marsala
Description
This recipe starts by seasoning and pan-frying thin chicken breasts in olive oil until golden and cooked through. Removing the chicken allows focus on the sauce, made by sautéing sliced mushrooms in the same pan until softened and seasoned. Adding chicken broth and Marsala wine creates a simmering sauce that blends the earthiness of mushrooms with the wine’s sweet, nutty notes.
To achieve the desired sauce thickness, cornstarch mixed with water is incorporated and stirred until the sauce slightly thickens, ensuring it clings to the chicken pieces when returned to the pan. A final sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a bright herbal note to the dish.
Chicken Marsala works well served immediately, potentially alongside pasta, rice, or vegetables to complement the rich sauce. The cooking method keeps the chicken moist with a delicate crust, while the sauce provides a smooth texture and balanced flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast thin, boneless skinless
- 2 Tsp olive oil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1½ Cups mushroom sliced
- ½ Cup chicken broth
- ½ Cup marsala wine
- 2 Tsp butter
- 1 Tsp corn starch
- 1 Tbsp parsley chopped
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Season the chicken on both sides with salt and pepper.
- Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan; place on a plate and cover with foil to keep warm
- Add the mushrooms to the pan and cook until softened, 3-4 minutes. Season the mushrooms with salt and pepper.
- Add the chicken broth and wine to the pan; bring to a simmer. Simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch with 2 teaspoons water. Add the cornstarch to the pan and stir constantly until sauce has just thickened.
- Add the chicken back to the pan and coat with the mushroom sauce. Top with parsley and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 248 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 248kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 269mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 738mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 96IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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