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🍗 Chicken Marsala 🍷

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Chicken Marsala is an Italian-American classic featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich, savory Marsala wine sauce with mushrooms. The sauce is creamy, earthy, and slightly sweet, making this dish perfect for an elegant dinner or a cozy family meal.

📋 Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 🐔
  • Salt and pepper, to taste 🧂
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 🌾
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil 🛢️
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced 🍄
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
  • 3/4 cup Marsala wine 🍷
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth 🥣
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream 🥛
  • 2 tablespoons butter 🧈
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish 🌿

📝 Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:

  1. Pound the chicken:
  • Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound them to about 1/2-inch thickness.
  1. Season and coat:
  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides. Place the flour on a plate and dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off the excess.

2. Cook the Chicken:

  1. Heat the oil:
  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
  1. Cook the chicken:
  • Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.

3. Make the Sauce:

  1. Cook the mushrooms:
  • In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 4-5 minutes until they are browned and tender. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
  1. Add the Marsala wine:
  • Pour in the Marsala wine, stirring to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Allow the wine to simmer for about 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
  1. Add broth and cream:
  • Stir in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 4-5 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  1. Add the butter:
  • Stir in the butter until melted and the sauce is smooth.

4. Combine and Serve:

  1. Return the chicken:
  • Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.
  1. Garnish and serve:
  • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot with pasta, mashed potatoes, or a side of sautéed vegetables.

🍽️ Tips:

  • Use dry Marsala: For the best flavor, use a dry Marsala wine rather than a sweet one.
  • Mushroom options: Cremini or baby Bella mushrooms work well in this dish, but you can use any mushrooms you have on hand.

⏱️ Preparation Time: 10 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 25 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4
🔥 Calories: Approximately 450-500 kcal per serving

This Chicken Marsala is flavorful and hearty, perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a delicious homemade meal. Enjoy every bite of this tender, savory chicken with its rich, creamy sauce! 🍗🍷🍄