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Creamy Chicken Marsala

Cultural Context

Chicken Marsala is a classic Italian-American dish that showcases the rich flavors of Marsala wine, a fortified wine from Sicily. It is often served in Italian restaurants and is popular for its creamy sauce and tender chicken. The dish reflects the Italian tradition of using local wines to enhance the flavors of the food, making it a beloved choice for family dinners and special occasions.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
flour
salt
pepper
oregano
olive oil
butter
cremini mushrooms
Marsala wine
sherry
angel hair pasta
parsley

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: milk

Coconut cream is lower in calories and adds a unique flavor, while milk is more budget-friendly.

chicken breasts

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are often cheaper and more flavorful.

1

Split two boneless, skinless chicken breasts to create four pieces.

2

Pound the chicken to increase surface area and help it cook evenly.

3

Place a piece of wax or parchment paper on top of the chicken while pounding.

4

Lightly flour the chicken, seasoning the flour with salt, pepper, and oregano.

5

Dust off excess flour from the chicken after coating.

6

Chop up cremini mushrooms.

7

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a combination of olive oil and butter.

8

Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides, not fully cooked through.

9

Remove the chicken and add the chopped mushrooms to the residual drippings in the pan.

10

Sauté the mushrooms until they develop good color.

11

Add Marsala wine and sherry to the pan, scraping up any loose bits.

12

Return the chicken to the pan and cover it, tilting the lid to allow alcohol to evaporate.

13

Boil water for angel hair pasta and add the pasta, cooking for about two minutes.

14

Stir in one pat of cold butter at the end to mellow out the sauce.

15

Finish the dish with a sprinkle of parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingdeglazing

Equipment Needed

knifewax or parchment paperskillet

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Chicken MarsalaMarsala Chicken
Local Name: Pollo alla Marsala cremoso

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