Chicken Marsala
A rich Italian classic with tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a silky Marsala wine sauce.
Ingredients
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2 boneless chicken breasts, halved thin
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½ cup flour
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Salt and pepper
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp butter
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8 oz mushrooms, sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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¾ cup Marsala wine
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½ cup chicken broth
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Fresh parsley
Chef’s Note
Veal may be used as a classic substitute. Use thin veal cutlets and cook quickly until just golden and tender.
Directions
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Season chicken with salt and pepper, then lightly dredge in flour.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
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Cook chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
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Add butter and mushrooms to the skillet. Cook until browned.
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Add garlic and sauté briefly.
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Pour in Marsala wine and chicken broth. Simmer 5 minutes.
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Return chicken to pan and simmer until sauce thickens slightly.
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Garnish with parsley and serve.
🍷 Pairings & Kitchen Essentials
🍷 Wine Pairing
Chef’s Pairing
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Marsala
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Pinot Noir
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Chianti Classico
Chef’s note:
Earthy mushrooms and Marsala sauce pair beautifully with wines that have gentle fruit, acidity, and savory depth.
🥗 Suggested Side
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Garlic mashed potatoes
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Roasted asparagus
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Buttered egg noodles
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Fresh parsley
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Optional: crusty bread for the sauce
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