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Easy Chicken Marsala

Close-up of pan-seared chicken marsala with mushrooms and onions in a rich sauce, garnished with parsley.
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A straightforward recipe for classic Chicken Marsala, perfect for a weeknight dinner. This version focuses on a simple pan sauce technique for a delicious Italian-American favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 shallots, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3/4 cup Marsala wine (dry or sweet)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge chicken cutlets in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  3. Add mushrooms and shallots to the same skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the Marsala wine and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let the sauce simmer and reduce by about one-third, about 5 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat to low. Stir in the butter until melted and the sauce is slightly thickened.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over it. Cook for 1-2 minutes to heat through.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend for dredging.
  • If you prefer a richer sauce, you can add 2 tablespoons of heavy cream along with the butter in step 5.
  • This dish pairs well with pasta, mashed potatoes, or a simple green salad.
  • Consider using a sous-vide precision cooker for perfectly cooked chicken before searing.

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