Description
A quick and flavorful Easy Chicken Marsala recipe featuring tender chicken cutlets in a rich mushroom and Marsala wine sauce, perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 large chicken breasts
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Flour (for dredging)
Cooking
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms (sliced fairly thin)
- 1 large clove garlic (minced)
- 3/4 cup marsala wine
- 1/2 cup heavy/whipping cream
Instructions
- Prep and Season Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create 4 thinner cutlets. Season each piece with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then dredge them in flour to coat.
- Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add the floured chicken cutlets and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside; it will finish cooking in the sauce.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add the remaining butter and sliced cremini mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the mushrooms are browned and tender.
- Add Garlic and Wine: Stir in the minced garlic and pour in the Marsala wine. Allow the mixture to bubble and reduce for 2-3 minutes to concentrate the flavors.
- Finish Sauce and Chicken: Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and return the chicken to the pan. Simmer together for another 4-5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Optionally, garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use dry Marsala wine for the best flavor balance.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk, but the sauce will be less rich.
- Serve over pasta, mashed potatoes, or polenta for a complete meal.
- Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
