Description
Chicken Marsala is a classic Italian-American dish featuring tender chicken cutlets sautéed in a rich, savory Marsala wine and mushroom sauce. This quick and elegant meal delivers restaurant-quality flavors with minimal ingredients, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
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Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded thin)
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All-purpose flour (for dredging)
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Olive oil or butter
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Mushrooms (cremini or button, sliced)
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Garlic (minced)
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Marsala wine
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Chicken broth
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Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
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Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge lightly in flour, shaking off excess.
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Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and keep warm.
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In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms until browned and softened. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Pour in Marsala wine and chicken broth, scraping browned bits. Simmer until sauce reduces and thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes.
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Return chicken to the skillet and coat with sauce. Heat for 2 more minutes.
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Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Add shallots or onions for extra flavor.Use wild mushrooms for a deeper flavor.Substitute Marsala with dry sherry or white wine.Add a splash of heavy cream for a richer sauce.
