Chicken Marsala is a classic Italian dish featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich Marsala wine and mushroom sauce. It’s a savory and comforting meal perfect for a cozy dinner at home.
Author:Touria Elkoudssi
Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:20 mins
Total Time:35 mins
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main-course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Italian
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
2 medium boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
3 tablespoons softened unsalted butter, divided
1 medium shallot, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
8 ounces sliced cremini, shiitake, or mixed wild mushrooms (increase to up to 16 ounces if you are a mushroom lover)
½ cup dry Marsala wine (not cooking wine) or more chicken stock
Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with ½ teaspoon salt and pepper. Dredge in flour.
Sear the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet. Cook chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add remaining oil and butter. Sauté shallot, garlic, and mushrooms until softened. Add Marsala wine, vinegar, chicken broth, thyme, and remaining salt. Simmer until sauce thickens.
Finish the Dish: Return chicken to skillet. Cook for a few more minutes until heated through. Serve hot with sauce spooned over the top.
Notes
If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can mix a little flour with water and whisk it into the sauce to thicken.
You can serve Chicken Marsala over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for a heartier meal.