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Chicken Marsala: A Classic Italian-Inspired Dish with Rich, Elegant Flavour


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  • Author: Diva
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

Chicken Marsala is a classic Italian-American dish made with tender pan-seared chicken cutlets simmered in a rich mushroom and Marsala wine sauce, perfect for an elegant yet easy dinner.


Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 250 g mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 180 ml Marsala wine
  • 180 ml chicken broth
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)


Instructions

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
  2. Dredge the chicken lightly in flour, shaking off excess.
  3. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add remaining butter and sauté mushrooms until browned.
  6. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Pour in Marsala wine, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
  8. Add chicken broth and thyme, then simmer for 8–10 minutes until sauce thickens.
  9. Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for 3–4 minutes, spooning sauce over the chicken.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.
  • Use dry Marsala wine for best flavor.
  • You can substitute heavy cream for part of the broth for a creamier sauce.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian-American