Chicken Marsala Recipe

What You’ll Love About This Recipe

This Chicken Marsala recipe is a cozy, flavorful dish that will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen. It’s simple enough for a weeknight dinner but fancy enough to impress guests.

• Rich, savory flavors – The Marsala wine and mushrooms create a delicious sauce that’s hard to resist.
• Quick and easy – With just a few steps, you’ll have a restaurant-worthy meal ready in no time.
• Versatile comfort food – Perfect over pasta, mashed potatoes, or with a side of veggies for a complete meal.

Recipe

Chicken Marsala is a classic Italian-American dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a rich Marsala wine sauce with mushrooms. This flavorful recipe is perfect for a cozy dinner and pairs wonderfully with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Ingredients:

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

Instructions:

1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour, shaking off excess.
2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil. Sauté mushrooms until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
4. Pour in Marsala wine, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer until reduced by half, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream. Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for 10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens.
6. Stir in butter until melted. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes:

• For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
• Use dry Marsala wine for a more authentic flavor.

Time:

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Serving: 4

Nutrition

This Chicken Marsala recipe offers a balanced meal with rich flavors. Here’s its nutritional breakdown per serving.

What To Serve With It

I love pairing my chicken marsala with creamy mashed potatoes or buttery pasta, but you can’t go wrong with roasted veggies either. A glass of dry white wine, like Pinot Grigio, brings out the dish’s rich flavors perfectly. Let’s talk about the best sides and drinks to make your meal unforgettable.

Side Dish Options

Though chicken marsala’s rich, savory flavors stand out on their own, pairing it with the right sides can turn a good meal into something truly special. I love serving it with roasted vegetables—think carrots, zucchini, or Brussels sprouts—for a healthy, colorful touch. Garlic mashed potatoes are another favorite of mine; their creamy texture balances the dish perfectly. These sides make every bite feel like a cozy, comforting experience.

Wine Pairings

Pairing the right wine with chicken marsala can really elevate the meal, and it’s something I love figuring out. I usually go for a white wine like Pinot Grigio or Chardonnay—they complement the dish’s rich, savory flavors without overpowering it. The wine flavor should be light and slightly fruity to balance the marsala sauce. Trust me, it’s a match made in dinner heaven!