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Chicken Marsala

Tender pan-seared chicken breasts simmered in a rich mushroom Marsala wine sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour for dredging
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 8 oz mushrooms sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 shallot diced
  • 0.75 cup Marsala wine
  • 0.75 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Tongs
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper and dredge lightly in flour.
  2. Sear chicken in olive oil until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté mushrooms in butter until browned. Add garlic and shallot.
  4. Deglaze with Marsala wine and simmer.
  5. Add chicken broth and cook until sauce thickens.
  6. Return chicken to pan and simmer 5 minutes.

Notes

Use dry Marsala wine for best flavor. Serve with mashed potatoes or pasta.