Delectable Chicken Marsala Pasta
If you enjoy the rich and savory taste of Chicken Marsala, you’re going to love this twist on the classic dish. In this recipe, we combine tender chicken, flavorful mushrooms, and a creamy Marsala wine sauce with pasta to create a comforting and satisfying meal that’s easy enough for a weeknight yet impressive enough for guests.
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3/4 cup Marsala wine
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 pound pasta (such as fettuccine or penne)
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- While the pasta is cooking, season the chicken slices with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour, shaking off any excess.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with the olive oil. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the sliced mushrooms. Sauté until the mushrooms are browned and their moisture has evaporated.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the Marsala wine, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Add the chicken broth and continue cooking for a few minutes to reduce the sauce slightly.
- Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for another couple of minutes to warm through.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the creamy Marsala sauce and chicken until well coated.
- Serve the Chicken Marsala Pasta garnished with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.
This Chicken Marsala Pasta is the perfect way to enjoy a beloved Italian-American classic in a new and exciting way. The creamy sauce, combined with the robust flavor of Marsala wine and savory mushrooms, makes for an unforgettable meal that’s ready in no time.