Description
Chicken Marsala is a classic Italian-American dish that beautifully marries tender pan-seared chicken cutlets with a rich, flavorful sauce made from marsala wine and earthy mushrooms. This recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, delivering a delightful taste experience that impresses family and friends alike. With just 35 minutes to prepare, you can enjoy a gourmet meal without the fuss. Serve it over pasta, rice, or alongside steamed vegetables for a versatile dinner that satisfies every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 ¼ cups dry marsala apple vinegar
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- Fresh thyme and oregano
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine marsala vinegar and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until reduced to 1 cup (about 15 minutes).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; dredge in flour.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear chicken until cooked through (about 10-12 minutes). Set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced mushrooms until golden brown; add minced garlic during the last minute.
- Stir in the reduced marsala mixture, thyme, oregano, and cornstarch slurry; let it thicken.
- Off heat, mix in heavy cream; return chicken to the pan to coat with sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg