Are you a fan of delicious and flavorful chicken marsala, but hate the mess that comes with cooking it? You're not alone! However, there are ways to enjoy this classic Italian dish without making a huge mess in your kitchen. In this article, we'll provide you with a recipe for chicken marsala that minimizes the mess, so you can enjoy the delicious flavors of this dish without the hassle.
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CHICKEN MARSALA
Chicken Marsala is an Italian-American dish of golden pan-fried chicken cutlets and mushrooms in a rich Marsala wine sauce.
Provided by Jennifer Segal
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place the flour, ¾ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper in a ziplock bag. Add the chicken to the bag; seal bag tightly and shake to coat chicken evenly. Set aside.
- Heat the oil and 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. (Use a stainless steel pan for the best browning. Nonstick will work too, but you won't get that nice golden color on the chicken.) Place the flour-dusted chicken in the pan, shaking off any excess first, and cook, turning once, until the chicken is golden and just barely cooked through, about 5 to 6 minutes total. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
- Melt the remaining tablespoon of butter in the pan. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring frequently, until the mushrooms begin to brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the shallots, garlic, and ¼ teaspoon of salt; cook for 1 to 2 minutes more. Add the broth, Marsala, heavy cream, thyme, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ⅛ teaspoon of pepper; use a wooden spoon to scrape any brown bits from the pan into the liquid. Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and gently boil, uncovered, until the sauce is reduced by about half, slightly thickened, and darkened in color, 10 to 15 minutes (you're going for a thin cream sauce; it won't start to thicken until the very end of the cooking time). Add the chicken back to the pan, along with any juices that accumulated on the plate. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the chicken is warmed through and the sauce thickens a bit more, 2 to 3 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley, if using, and serve.
- Note: If your chicken breasts are large (like the ones in the photos that are about ¾ lb. each), it's best to first cut them horizontally to form four flat fillets, then pound them to an even ¼-inch thickness. If you pound large chicken breasts without first halving them, they'll be huge. Of course, you could also pound them thin first and then cut them in half vertically; the only drawback is that they'll lose their natural shape (which, admittedly, is not a big deal!).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 537, Fat 32 g, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 43 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Sugar 4 g, Fiber 1 g, Sodium 877 mg, Cholesterol 203 mg
EASIER CHICKEN MARSALA
Here's a lighter version of one of my favorite chicken dishes. For my family, this one's a keeper!
Provided by D. Alexander
Categories Main Dish Recipes Chicken Chicken Marsala Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, garlic salt, pepper, and oregano. Dredge chicken in the mixture to lightly coat.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken in the skillet for 2 minutes, or until lightly browned on one side. Turn chicken over, and add mushrooms. Cook about 2 minutes, until other side of chicken is lightly browned. Stir mushrooms so that they cook evenly.
- Pour Marsala wine over the chicken. Cover skillet, and reduce heat to low; simmer for 10 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Cholesterol 79.6 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 27.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 313.4 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
CHICKEN MARSALA WITHOUT THE MESS!
I love Chicken Marsala but my stove is a disaster after sauteeing the chicken. In addition, the regular recipe is incredibly high in fat. So I developed this recipe which is extremely tasty but without all the mess! I like to use chicken "tenders", which are the tenderloin of the chicken breast, but if you can't find them, feel free to use a thin-sliced chicken breast.
Provided by CookinDiva
Categories Chicken
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Start by making marsala sauce. Heat butter in saute pan; add mushrooms, garlic and shallot. Saute 5 minutes until mushrooms are done.
- Stir marsala into mushrooms and stir up any browned bits; simmer and reduce marsala by half.
- Separately, whisk cornstarch into a bit of the chicken broth until smooth; add remaining chicken broth. Pour this into reduced marsala and bring to boil; simmer 2-3 minutes to thicken sauce. Turn off heat and cover pan.
- Meanwhile, preheat grill to high heat.
- Toss raw chicken tenders with olive oil, salt and pepper (Note: if you are using regular size chicken breasts, cut them in half to make two long portions). Place chicken on hot grill and cook only 1-2 minutes each side.
- Place grilled chicken into marsala-mushroom sauce. Allow to simmer several minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce is thickened.
- **If you are making this meal for company, feel free to make ahead to this point. Then right before serving time, reheat it while you cook the pasta.
- Serve chicken over cooked pasta; garnish with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 555, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 114, Sodium 411.2, Carbohydrate 15, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 3.4, Protein 42.2
CHICKEN MARSALA (WITHOUT THE MUSHROOMS)
A friend of mine gave me this recipe 10 years ago and it is my daughters favorite. It is a different take on the typical Chicken Marsala.
Provided by JFitz
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cut chicken breasts in to small strips. Put chicken strips in a large bowl to coat with the flour, salt, pepper and garlic. I tend to add extra salt, pepper and garlic to give it a little more flavor.
- Melt butter in skillet. (Sometimes I add less butter just to make it a little healthier.) Add chicken until cooked and then add the shallots and saute until brown. Add wine, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, lemon juice and let simmer for approx 15 minutes. Add the cream and cook till heated through do not boil. Serve with Penne Pasta.
EASY CHICKEN MARSALA
Chicken breasts are sauteed, then braised in Marsala wine and cream with mushrooms and green onion. Chicken Marsala simplified!
Provided by sal
Categories Main Dish Recipes Chicken Chicken Marsala Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skilled over medium heat. Add chicken and saute for 15 to 20 minutes, or until cooked through and juices run clear.
- Add green onion and mushrooms and saute until soft, then add Marsala wine and bring to a boil.
- Boil for 2 to 4 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in cream and milk and simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.9 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Cholesterol 96.2 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 28.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 90.8 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling during the cooking process.
- Use a Good Quality Marsala Wine: The quality of your Marsala wine will make a big difference in the final flavor of your dish. Look for a dry or semi-dry Marsala that has a rich, nutty flavor.
- Don't Overcook the Chicken: Chicken breasts can easily become dry and overcooked, so be careful not to cook them for too long. Cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).
- Use a Heavy Skillet: A heavy skillet will help to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the chicken from sticking.
- Reduce the Sauce: After you've added the Marsala wine and chicken broth to the skillet, let the sauce simmer for a few minutes to reduce it. This will concentrate the flavors and make the sauce more flavorful.
- Serve Immediately: Chicken Marsala is best served immediately after it's cooked. The flavors are at their peak and the chicken will be nice and juicy.
Conclusion:
Chicken Marsala is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its rich, flavorful sauce and tender chicken, it's a dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give Chicken Marsala a try. You won't be disappointed!
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