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Chicken Marsala Recipe – plated final dish with creamy Marsala wine sauce, mushrooms, and parsley garnish.

Chicken Marsala – Classic Italian Wine & Mushroom Dish

A classic Italian-inspired dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich Marsala wine sauce with mushrooms. Perfect for a cozy dinner that tastes straight out of an Italian restaurant.
Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 600 g total)
  • 60 g all-purpose flour (for dredging)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 30 ml olive oil
  • 30 g butter
  • 250 g mushrooms (sliced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 180 ml Marsala wine
  • 120 ml chicken broth
  • 60 ml heavy cream (optional, for creamier sauce)
  • Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Tongs
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Prepare the chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to even thickness and season both sides with salt and pepper. Dredge lightly in flour, shaking off the excess.
    Chicken Marsala Recipe – preparing chicken breasts dredged in flour, salt, and pepper on a wooden cutting board.
  2. Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
    Chicken Marsala Recipe – searing seasoned chicken breasts in a skillet with olive oil and butter until golden brown.
  3. Cook the mushrooms: In the same pan, add the sliced mushrooms. Sauté for 5–6 minutes until browned and tender. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
    Chicken Marsala Recipe – sautéing sliced mushrooms in melted butter until golden brown in a non-stick pan
  4. Deglaze with Marsala wine: Pour in the Marsala wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
    Chicken Marsala Recipe – sautéing sliced mushrooms in melted butter until golden brown in a non-stick pan.
  5. Add broth and cream: Stir in the chicken broth and, if desired, the heavy cream. Return the chicken to the pan and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and the chicken is fully cooked.
    Chicken Marsala Recipe – simmering chicken and mushrooms in creamy Marsala wine sauce in a stainless steel pan.
  6. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm with mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.
    Chicken Marsala Recipe – plated final dish with creamy Marsala wine sauce, mushrooms, and parsley garnish.

Notes

For an authentic touch, use dry Marsala wine (not sweet). The sauce thickens as it cools, so serve immediately for the perfect texture. You can also make it dairy-free by skipping the cream and using extra broth instead.