Authentic Chicken Marsala Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Additional Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
• 8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
• 1 shallot, minced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup Marsala wine
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps to Cook:

1. Prepare the Chicken:

   • Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, pound the chicken to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch.
   • Season the chicken on both sides with salt and pepper.
   • Place the flour in a shallow dish and dredge the chicken breasts in the flour, shaking off any excess.

2. Cook the Chicken:

   • In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat.
   • Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and set aside.

3. Make the Marsala Sauce:

   • In the same skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
   • Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender and lightly browned.
   • Add the minced shallot and garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
   • Pour in the Marsala wine and chicken broth, and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
   • Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.

4. Finish the Dish:

   • Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet with the Marsala sauce.
   • Simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
   • Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top of the chicken and sauce.

5. Serve and Enjoy:

   • Serve the Chicken Marsala immediately, spooning the sauce over the chicken.
   • Enjoy the dish with your favorite sides, such as roasted potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh green salad.

Cook’s Note:

• For best results, use a dry Marsala wine, which will provide a more robust flavor to the sauce.
• If the sauce becomes too thick, you can thin it out by adding a splash of chicken broth or water.
• Feel free to adjust the amount of salt and pepper to suit your personal taste preferences.
• This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated gently before serving.

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