Chicken Breasts Marsala

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This classic Chicken Marsala features tender, pan-seared chicken breasts smothered in a luscious sauce made from dry Marsala wine, garlic, and butter. The dish offers a perfect balance of savory depth and subtle sweetness, with the wine reducing into a glossy, flavorful glaze. It is an elegant yet approachable meal that feels special enough for date night but is simple enough for a busy weeknight. Pair it with mashed potatoes or egg noodles to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce. This recipe brings restaurant-quality flavor to your home kitchen with minimal effort and maximum satisfaction.

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Chicken Breasts Marsala

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 537.8

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This classic Chicken Marsala features tender, pan-seared chicken breasts smothered in a luscious sauce made from dry Marsala wine, garlic, and butter. The dish offers a perfect balance of savory depth and subtle sweetness, with the wine reducing into a glossy, flavorful glaze. It is an elegant yet approachable meal that feels special enough for date night but is simple enough for a busy weeknight. Pair it with mashed potatoes or egg noodles to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce. This recipe brings restaurant-quality flavor to your home kitchen with minimal effort and maximum satisfaction.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Trim excess fat from chicken breasts and pound them to an even thickness of about 1/4 to 3/8 inch.
  2. Spread flour on a plate or shallow dish for dredging.
  3. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter foams and subsides.
  4. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess, and carefully place them in the hot skillet.
  5. Cook chicken for 2-3 minutes per side, adjusting heat to prevent burning, until golden brown.
  6. Season each breast with salt and black pepper immediately after turning.
  7. Transfer cooked chicken to a platter and cover with foil to keep warm.
  8. If there is excess fat in the skillet, tilt the pan and spoon off all but about 2 tablespoons.
  9. Add sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté over medium heat for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  10. Pour in 1/2 cup of Marsala wine and simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, until reduced by half.
  11. Add the remaining 1/4 cup of Marsala wine and continue to reduce for another minute or two.
  12. Whisk in the remaining cold butter until the sauce becomes glossy and slightly thickened.
  13. Return chicken to the skillet briefly to coat in sauce, or spoon sauce over chicken on serving plates.
  14. Serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 537.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 27.0g42%
Saturated Fat 7.4g37%
Cholesterol 200.2mg67%
Sodium 184.5mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 60.8g122%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, marsala, italian, pan-seared, wine sauce, garlic, butter, dinner, easy, comfort food, protein, classic, restaurant style, quick meal, gluten free option
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