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Chicken Marsala Recipe
About This Dish
Our chicken marsala features tender pan-seared chicken breast in a rich, savory sauce made with Marsala wine and sautéed mushrooms. This classic Italian-American dish combines simple ingredients to create an elegant and flavorful meal.
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
25 minutes
Serves
4 people
Ingredients
- 4 boneless chicken breasts, pounded thin
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 8 oz mixed mushrooms, sliced
- 3/4 cup dry Marsala wine
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 shallots, minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare chicken: Pound chicken breasts to 1/4-inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour.
- Sear chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Cook mushrooms: In the same pan, add 1 tablespoon butter. Sauté mushrooms until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- Add aromatics: Add shallots and garlic to mushrooms, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Deglaze: Pour in Marsala wine, scraping up any browned bits. Let reduce by half, about 3-4 minutes.
- Make sauce: Add chicken stock and cream. Simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 3 minutes.
- Finish dish: Return chicken to pan, simmer for 2-3 minutes. Whisk in remaining butter and parsley.
- Serve: Plate chicken with mushroom sauce spooned over top. Serve immediately.
Chef's Tips
- Pound chicken evenly for consistent cooking
- Don't overcrowd the pan when searing chicken
- Use dry Marsala wine, not sweet
- Let the wine reduce properly for concentrated flavor
- Finish with butter for a silky sauce
- Serve with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes