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Chicken Marsala is a classic Italian-American dish that's perfect for a cozy dinner. Imagine tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich marsala wine sauce with earthy mushrooms. It's a simple yet elegant meal that feels like a restaurant-quality dish right at home. Ready to impress your taste buds? Let's get cooking!
Chicken Marsala Recipe
Ingredients:
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup marsala wine
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions:
- Pound chicken breasts to even thickness.
- Mix flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge chicken in mixture.
- Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden, about 5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add mushrooms and cook until soft.
- Pour in marsala wine and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken to skillet. Cook until sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in butter and parsley. Serve hot.
What You Will Need
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What you will need to make Chicken Marsala
- Chicken breasts: Provides the main protein, tender and juicy when cooked properly, absorbing the flavors of the marsala wine and mushrooms.
- All-purpose flour: Helps create a light crust on the chicken, adding texture and helping thicken the sauce.
- Olive oil: Used for cooking the chicken, giving it a nice golden color and adding a subtle flavor.
- Marsala wine: Key ingredient for the sauce, offering a rich, sweet flavor that complements the chicken and mushrooms perfectly.
- Low sodium chicken broth: Adds depth to the sauce, balancing the sweetness of the marsala wine and enhancing the overall flavor.
- Mushrooms: Adds earthiness and texture to the dish, soaking up the flavors of the sauce beautifully.
- Butter: Adds richness and a silky texture to the sauce, making it more luxurious and flavorful.
- Fresh parsley: Provides a fresh, bright finish to the dish, adding color and a hint of herbal flavor.
Tools and Instruments Required
What tools/instruments will be needed to make Chicken Marsala Recipe
- Skillet: Essential for browning chicken and cooking mushrooms, ensuring even heat distribution.
- Meat mallet: Used to pound chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
- Tongs: Handy for flipping chicken breasts without piercing them, keeping juices inside.
- Measuring cups: Necessary for accurately measuring marsala wine and chicken broth.
- Wooden spoon: Ideal for stirring mushrooms and sauce without scratching the skillet.
- Cutting board: Provides a stable surface for chopping parsley and preparing chicken.
Chicken Marsala
Classic Italian-American dish with tender chicken breasts and a rich Marsala wine sauce.
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Ingredients:
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken Breasts boneless, skinless
- 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 cup Marsala Wine
- 1 cup Chicken Broth low sodium
- 8 ounces Mushrooms sliced
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped
Instructions:
- 1. Pound chicken breasts to even thickness.
- 2. Mix flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge chicken in mixture.
- 3. Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden, about 5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- 4. In the same skillet, add mushrooms and cook until soft.
- 5. Pour in Marsala wine and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
- 6. Return chicken to skillet. Cook until sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.
- 7. Stir in butter and parsley. Serve hot.
Notes:
Make sure to use dry Marsala wine for best results.
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Nutrition value:
Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
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Make Ahead and Freezing Instructions
Make Ahead Instructions
- Prepare chicken and sauce as directed.
- Let everything cool completely.
- Store chicken and sauce separately in airtight containers.
- Refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Freezing Instructions
- Cool chicken and sauce completely.
- Place chicken in a single layer on a baking sheet. Freeze until solid.
- Transfer frozen chicken to a freezer-safe bag or container.
- Pour sauce into a freezer-safe container, leaving some space for expansion.
- Freeze both chicken and sauce for up to 3 months.
- Thaw in refrigerator overnight before reheating.
Did you know that marsala wine used in Chicken Marsala originates from Sicily and adds a unique depth of flavor due to its aging process?
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ:
How do I make the sauce thicker?
Let it simmer longer until it reduces.
Can I use a different wine?
Yes, dry white wine works too.
How do I store leftovers?
Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge.
Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Absolutely, just adjust the cooking time.
What can I serve with Chicken Marsala?
Mashed potatoes or pasta pair well.
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