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A perfectly plated Chicken Marsala with mushrooms and a rich sauce.

Chicken Marsala in 5 Steps

This recipe provides a quick and delicious way to prepare Chicken Marsala, perfect for a weeknight dinner. It focuses on well-seasoned chicken breasts in a rich, savory mushroom and Marsala wine sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.75 cup Marsala wine
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Meat mallet
  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Tongs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness and season them with salt and pepper.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. Dredge the seasoned chicken in flour, then sear it in olive oil until golden brown on both sides.
Making the Sauce
  1. Sauté sliced mushrooms and minced garlic in the same pan, then deglaze with Marsala wine and chicken broth.
Finishing Touches
  1. Return the cooked chicken to the pan, simmer in the sauce, and stir in butter until thickened.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with your preferred side dishes.

Notes

Serve this Chicken Marsala with pasta, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal. For a richer flavor, use a good quality Marsala wine.