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Delicious Chicken Marsala served with mushrooms and herbs in a rich sauce

Savory Chicken Marsala

A quick and creamy one-pan dish featuring tender chicken breasts, sautéed mushrooms, and a rich Marsala wine sauce, perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts Boneless and skinless for best results.
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced Any variety of mushrooms can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Marsala wine Choose a good-quality dry Marsala for best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth Low sodium is preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing.
  • 2 tablespoons butter For added richness.
  • to taste teaspoons salt and pepper Use according to preference.
  • to taste tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Sauté the chicken for about 4–5 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Cooking
  1. In the same skillet, add the butter and sliced mushrooms, cooking until the mushrooms are tender.
  2. Pour in the Marsala wine and chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze.
  3. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Return the chicken to the skillet, allowing it to soak in the sauce for another minute.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

This dish keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container. You can freeze it for up to a month. Reheat gently on the stove.