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Grilled Chicken Marsala

Chicken Marsala

A classic Italian-American dish featuring tender chicken cutlets in a savory Marsala wine sauce with mushrooms. Quick, flavorful, and perfect for both weeknights and special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian-American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Meat mallet
  • Whisk
  • Tongs

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts 4 small or 2 large, cut into thin cutlets
  • to taste salt and black pepper
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2/3 cup dry Marsala wine
  • 2/3 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

Instructions
 

  • If using large chicken breasts, slice them in half horizontally to create thin cutlets. Place the chicken between plastic wrap and pound to ¼-inch thickness using a meat mallet.
  • Season both sides of the chicken with salt and black pepper. Dredge in flour, shaking off excess.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add butter and let it melt. Add mushrooms and cook until softened and golden, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Pour in Marsala wine, chicken broth, and fresh thyme leaves. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce reduces by almost half.
  • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and let it simmer for 2 more minutes, coating it in the sauce.
  • Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs, over mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice.

Notes

For a creamy version, replace half of the chicken broth with heavy cream. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 40gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Chicken Marsala, Easy Chicken Recipe, Marsala Wine Chicken
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