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Chicken Marsala Recipe

A classic Chicken Marsala prepared in your own kitchen, featuring tender pan-seared chicken crowned with a velvety mushroom Marsala wine sauce.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Chicken Marsala Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 3/4 cup dry Marsala wine ensure it is not sweet
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper or to preference
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 2 Tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 8 oz brown button mushrooms halved or thickly sliced
  • 1 1/4 lbs chicken breasts approximately 2 large or chicken tenders
  • 3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken stock
  • 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour for dredging
  • 1/2 tsp salt or to taste

Instructions

  • Divide the chicken breasts horizontally to yield four uniform cutlets, then place each piece between plastic wrap and gently pound until approximately 1/3-inch thick. Season all sides with salt and pepper, dredge lightly in flour, shaking off any excess, and set aside. Heat a broad, heavy skillet over medium heat, adding olive oil and butter. Once the oil and butter are shimmering, introduce the floured chicken cutlets and sauté until both sides are golden and the interior reaches 165˚F, about 3–4 minutes per side. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and cover loosely with foil to retain warmth. If necessary, add a touch more oil to the pan and add the mushrooms. Cook until their moisture evaporates and they acquire a rich golden hue, about 5 minutes. Stir in onion powder and minced garlic, sautéing for an additional 30 seconds until aromatic. Pour in the Marsala wine, scraping up any browned bits from the pan, then raise the heat and reduce the wine by about half, approximately 4–5 minutes. Add the chicken stock and gradually stream in the heavy cream while stirring. Reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer and allow the sauce to cook for another 4–5 minutes, or until it thickens slightly. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt as needed. Return the chicken to the skillet, scatter chopped parsley over the top, and spoon the sauce generously over the cutlets. Let everything heat through for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to reach your preferred consistency, bearing in mind it will continue to thicken slightly upon standing.

Notes

For best results, always choose a dry Marsala wine rather than a sweet variety to achieve the classic savory depth.