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Chicken Marsala

A quick and flavorful Chicken Marsala recipe ready in under 30 minutes, featuring juicy chicken breasts, Marsala wine, and sautéed mushrooms for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces thin-sliced chicken breasts Alternatively, pound regular chicken breasts flat.
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour For dredging the chicken.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the Sauce

  • 8 ounces sliced mushrooms Regular white or Baby Bellas.
  • 3/4 cup Marsala wine Use actual Marsala wine for best results.
  • 1 cup chicken broth For deglazing and flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Dredge the thin-sliced chicken breasts in flour, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet.

Cooking Sauce

  • In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms and sauté until they are browned.
  • Deglaze the skillet with Marsala wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  • Add chicken broth, let it reduce slightly.
  • Nestle the chicken back into the skillet and simmer until the sauce thickens.

Serving

  • Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

If you dislike mushrooms, consider using caramelized onions as a substitute. To enhance richness, you can swirl in a bit of cream at the end, though it's optional.
Keyword 30 Minute Meal, Chicken Marsala, Easy Recipes, Quick Dinner