Published 2/13/2021 • Updated 11/15/2021
Chicken Marsala for Dinner!
If you’ve never had chicken marsala, now’s your chance! This delicious dish is not only full of flavor, but it also comes together in 45 minutes. Does it get any better!?
What is Chicken Marsala?
Chicken marsala is an Italian dish that combines a marsala wine sauce with mushrooms that is served over pan-fried chicken breasts. Our chicken marsala recipe is a healthier twist on the traditional chicken marsala that you can either serve as a stand alone, or pair with pasta or rice for a complete meal.
Chicken Marsala — What You Need
This chicken marsala is packed with simple ingredients that come together for a deliciously flavored dish you’ll love. You’ll need:
For the Chicken Breasts
Boneless skinless chicken breasts White whole wheat flourGarlic powderOnion powderDried thymeSaltButter
For the Chicken Marsala Sauce
Sliced crimini mushroomsSliced bella mushroomsMinced white onionMinced garlicMarsala wineChicken brothBalsamic vinegarFresh thyme
Seasoning for Chicken Marsala
The seasoning for the chicken marsala is a mixture of simple spices and white whole wheat flour (yes, flour!). Why do you need to dredge the chicken in flour? You do this to form a coating on the chicken that will create the most golden brown crust on the chicken that soaks up the delicious marsala sauce. How do you make sure the seasoning stays on the chicken? After you have pounded the chicken, you run the chicken in water and then drudge (aka cover) the chicken in the flour mixture until the chicken is fully covered. Getting the chicken wet first ensures that the flour and seasoning mixture sticks to the chicken.
Marsala Wine Alternatives
Can’t find marsala wine (we prefer a dry variety for chicken marsala!)? Or don’t have any on hand at home and looking to make this chicken marsala tonight? We recommend a dry sherry as an alternative.
How to Make Chicken Marsala
While this chicken marsala looks fancy, it’s super straightforward to make! Plus, it’s ready to serve in 45 minutes. You’ll need to:
How to Serve Chicken Marsala
Chicken marsala is DELICIOUS as a standalone, but can also be paired with pasta, mashed potatoes or rice for a full meal. Some of our favorite pairings:
Egg noodlesAngel hair pastaMashed potatoesWhite or brown riceCauliflower riceOven roasted asparagusRoasted brussels sproutsGrilled carrots
How Many Does This Recipe Serve?
This recipe serves 4, making it great for serving the whole family, or saving half for leftovers throughout the week.
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Storage Instructions
Let the chicken marsala cool completely. Then, transfer it into a large, glass container. Store the sauce and mushrooms in a separate air-tight container for crispier chicken. Cover and refrigerate for up to 3-5 days.
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