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Chicken Marsala

A quick and delicious Chicken Marsala recipe perfect for busy weeknights, featuring browned chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a creamy, slightly tangy sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 540 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 large chicken breasts sliced in half lengthwise
  • 1 cup flour for dredging
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for searing
  • 3 tablespoons butter for cooking
  • 8-10 ounces cremini mushrooms sliced
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup Marsala-style cooking liquid either 1/2 cup unsweetened grape juice + 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, or 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth + 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream for the sauce
  • 1 lemon squeeze optional, for brightness
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley for garnish

Seasoning

  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder for subtle background warmth

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create cutlets. Pat dry and season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Dredge each cutlet in flour, shaking off excess.

Cooking

  • Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sear each chicken cutlet for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and sliced mushrooms. Cook until browned (3-5 minutes).
  • Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Pour in the Marsala-style cooking liquid, letting it bubble for 2-3 minutes while scraping the browned bits off the bottom of the pan.
  • Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the heavy cream and return the chicken to the skillet.
  • Cook for another 4-5 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  • Finish with a squeeze of lemon and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For best results, avoid overcrowding the pan during cooking to ensure proper browning. Use lower heat when adding the cream to prevent it from separating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 40gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 16gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
Keyword Chicken Marsala, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, High Protein, Weeknight Meal
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