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chicken marsala recipe - A close-up shot of creamy Chicken Marsala with mushrooms and parsley garnish

The Ultimate Creamy Chicken Marsala

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A classic Italian-American dish featuring pan-seared chicken cutlets and savory mushrooms in a rich, velvety Marsala wine sauce.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to 1/4 inch thickness)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small shallot, finely diced
3/4 cup sweet Marsala wine
3/4 cup chicken stock
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

Step 1: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
Step 2: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with the olive oil. Add the chicken in batches and sear until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes per side. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
Step 3: In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and the sliced mushrooms. Sauté until the mushrooms are browned and tender, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 4: Add the shallots and garlic to the pan and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 5: Pour in the Marsala wine and chicken stock, using a wooden spoon to scrape the browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer and let the liquid reduce by half.
Step 6: Stir in the heavy cream and return the chicken to the skillet. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is heated through.
Step 7: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately over your choice of pasta or potatoes.

Notes

Always use a dry or sweet Marsala wine from the wine section, not the grocery store cooking wine, for the best flavor profile.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dishes & Savory Recipes
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 breast with sauce
  • Calories: 480 kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg