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Vintage platter with Classic Chicken Marsala garnished with lemon wedges and oregano sprigs

Classic Chicken Marsala

Tammy Circeo
I'm unsure if Classic Chicken Marsala originated in Sicily where Marsala comes from, but I do know that it is simple, delicious, and beautiful. With just a few ingredients, you can impress both family and friends!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • ½ cup flour can use a gluten-free substitute
  • salt and pepper for seasoning
  • 3 Tablespoons oil I like to use avocado oil
  • 2 Tablespoons butter
  • 4 shallots diced small
  • ½ pound brown cremini mushrooms sliced
  • ½ cup dry Marsala
  • 2 Tablespoons butter
  • lemon wedges for serving
  • oregano or parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Cut the chicken breasts in half horizontally. If they are still thick, pound them with a meat mallet till they are all of an even thickness. Season the flour with salt and pepper, then dredge the chicken pieces with it.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-medium high heat. When it is hot, add the oil. Carefully lay the chicken pieces in. Add the butter in small pieces between the chicken. Cook 5-7 minutes on the first side, then turn them over and do the same. Work in batches if needed, reserving the cooked chicken in a warm oven. If you are working in batches, be sure to divide the butter between the batches.
  • Add more oil/butter to the pan if needed, and then add the shallots. Cook for 3-4 minutes till the shallot is translucent, then add the mushrooms and cook for 3-5 minutes.
  • Add the Marsala to the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Reduce by about half. Turn off the heat and add the last bit of butter. Swirl the pan around till the butter is melted.
  • Spoon the mushrooms and sauce over the chicken. Serve with lemon wedges and garnish with parsley, or oregano.

Notes

I love to serve this simply with Sauteed Garlic Green Beans and sometimes with roasted potatoes.
Keyword chicken, chicken marsala
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