Description
A restaurant-worthy Italian-American dish made at home in just about 30 minutes. Classic Chicken Marsala features tender pan-seared chicken cutlets simmered in a glossy, deeply flavorful mushroom and Marsala wine sauce. Perfect for weeknights or date nights.
Ingredients
2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved lengthwise
Salt and pepper to taste
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
8 ounces cremini or white mushrooms, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup dry Marsala wine
3/4 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Slice and pound chicken breasts to even thickness; season with salt and pepper.
- Dredge chicken lightly in flour.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Add 1 tablespoon butter and mushrooms to skillet. Cook until browned and moisture has evaporated, about 6-8 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in Marsala wine; simmer 2 minutes. Add chicken broth and simmer another 5 minutes.
- Return chicken to skillet. Simmer 3-4 minutes until warmed through.
- Stir in final tablespoon of butter. Garnish with parsley and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner