Classic Chicken Marsala is a rich and flavorful dish that combines golden, pan-fried chicken breasts with a creamy Marsala wine sauce and mushrooms. It’s a beloved Italian-American dish perfect for a cozy dinner. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making Classic Chicken Marsala at home.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
For the Marsala Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini work well)
- 1/2 cup Marsala wine
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional for a creamier sauce)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Meat mallet or rolling pin (for pounding chicken)
- Plate or shallow dish (for flour dredging)