Description
Chicken Marsala is a beloved Italian-American dish that elevates any dining experience with its rich flavors and comforting textures. Tender chicken breasts are sautéed to golden perfection and coated in a luxurious mushroom sauce made with sweet Marsala wine. This delightful combination transforms everyday meals into gourmet feasts, making it perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Enjoy the aroma and taste of this classic recipe that is sure to impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fresh cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3/4 cup sweet Marsala wine
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Chicken: Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness and season with salt and pepper.
- 2. Sauté the Chicken: In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and butter. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown; remove from skillet.
- 3. Cook the Veggies: In the same skillet, add shallots and garlic; sauté until softened.
- 4. Add Mushrooms: Stir in sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their juices.
- 5. Create the Sauce: Pour in Marsala wine, scraping up brown bits from the pan. Add chicken broth and heavy cream; stir to combine.
- 6. Combine Everything: Return chicken to the skillet, simmer for another 5 minutes until heated through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: For variations, substitute veal for chicken or use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option. Enhance flavor with fresh herbs like thyme or parsley.