Fancy chicken marsala is a classic dish that combines the flavors of chicken, mushrooms, and a rich marsala wine sauce. It's a perfect meal for a special occasion or a romantic dinner at home. With a little effort, you can create a restaurant-quality chicken marsala that will impress your family and friends.
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CHICKEN MARSALA
Steps:
- In a shallow bowl or plate combine the flour and Essence and stir to combine thoroughly. Quickly dredge the chicken breast halves in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking to remove any excess flour.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until very hot but not smoking. Add 1 tablespoon of the butter and cook the chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and set aside. Add 1 tablespoon of the remaining butter to the pan and add the mushrooms. Cook, stirring frequently, until mushrooms are golden brown around the edges and have given off their liquid. Add the Marsala wine and bring to a boil, scraping to remove any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. When the wine has reduced by half, add the chicken stock and cook for 3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly. Lower the heat to medium and return the chicken breasts to the pan and continue to cook until they are cooked through and the sauce has thickened, about 5 to 6 minutes. Swirl in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, add salt and pepper, to taste. Garnish with chopped chives and serve immediately.
- Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.
- Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch. Published by William and Morrow, 1993.
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
FANCY CHICKEN MARSALA
Make and share this Fancy Chicken Marsala recipe from Food.com.
Provided by cupatea
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Saute mushrooms in butter in a large skillet until tender.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
- Transfer mushrooms to bowl so that you can use same skillet to saute chicken.
- Flatten chicken to 1/8 inch thickness.
- Dredge chicken lightly in flour.
- Saute chicken (saute a few at a time) in skillet using 2-3 tablespoons butter.
- Saute 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Repeat with remaining chicken and butter.
- Place chicken in 13x9 inch pan, overlapping edges if need be.
- Sprinkle mushrooms over chicken.
- Reserve pan drippings in skillet.
- Add wine and chicken broth.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer uncovered 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Sauce will reduce by half.
- Stir in salt and pepper.
- Pour sauce evenly over chicken.
- Combine cheese and green onions; sprinkle over chicken, Bake uncovered at 375 for 20 minutes.
- Broil 1 to 2 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Serves 4-6.
THE BEST CHICKEN MARSALA
This classic Italian-American dish is a nostalgic reminder of large family dinners of a bygone era. It's the ultimate crowd pleaser. The flavors from the marsala and cremini mushrooms bring a sweet earthiness to the sauce that really elevates simple seared chicken breasts.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Set a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet. Cut two 12-inch sheets of plastic wrap.
- Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise, making 6 roughly equal pieces; they should look like large chicken tenders. Place one sheet of plastic on a clean cutting board. Put a chicken piece in the center of the plastic and top with the other sheet of plastic. Pound the chicken with the flat side of a meat mallet, starting in the center and working your way to the edges, until the chicken is 1/4 inch thick and 6 to 8 inches long. Transfer to the wire rack. Repeat with the remaining chicken pieces. Liberally sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Mix the flour with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and a generous amount of pepper in a shallow bowl or plate. Dredge the cutlets in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess. Heat 3 tablespoons of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until very hot, about 1 minute. Sear 3 cutlets until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer the cutlets to a plate. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the pan and sear the remaining 3 cutlets until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. It's ok if the chicken is not completely cooked through; it will finish cooking in the sauce.
- Add the mushrooms and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the same pan and cook, stirring and scraping up any browned bits, until the mushrooms are slightly softened and just beginning to release some liquid, 3 to 4 minutes. (The mushrooms will soak up the oil quickly and dry up the pan; that's ok, more liquid will release as they cook longer.) Add the shallots and cook, stirring and scraping up any browned bits, until starting to soften, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the heat. Pour in the wine and 1/2 cup water. Return the pan to high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the liquid reduces by a third and starts to thicken, 6 to 7 minutes. Whisk in the butter and continue whisking until it is melted and the sauce has thickened, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add the cutlets and any accumulated juices to the pan and cook, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Remove the chicken to a platter and stir the parsley into the sauce. Pour the sauce over the chicken and garnish with more parsley.
FAVORITE CHICKEN MARSALA
The slightly sweet flavor of Marsala wine pairs well with the earthy taste of mushrooms. My version of a classic main course also features heavy whipping cream.-Cyndy Gerken, Naples, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Place 1/2 cup flour, salt and pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil and 2 tablespoons butter in batches until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm., Saute mushrooms and shallots in remaining butter until tender. Add wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Sprinkle with remaining flour; stir until blended. Gradually stir in broth and cream. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 5-10 minutes or until slightly thickened., Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid. In the same Dutch oven, saute garlic in oil and butter for 2 minutes. Return pasta to the pan; stir in the cheese, salt, pepper, pepper flakes and reserved cooking liquid., Place pasta on a serving platter; top with chicken and sauce. Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts :
ELEGANT CHICKEN MARSALA
A delicate wine sauce tops lightly breaded chicken for a truly elegant, restaurant-quality meal that will delight family and friends alike. -Cher Schwartz, Ellisville, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Place flour in a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, two pieces at a time, and shake to coat. , In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in oil for 3-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, saute mushrooms in butter until tender. Add the wine, parsley and rosemary. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half. Serve with chicken; sprinkle with cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 99mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHICKEN MARSALA
This is a fancy and delicious Italian specialty. You will love it's sweet flavor, and rich creamy sauce. This is THE anniversary and special occasion meal my wife requests year after year.
Provided by Childrens Minister
Categories Chicken
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place a small amount of olive oil in a large skillet and preheat on medium high heat.
- Place flour in a shallow dish (pie pan) add seasonings.
- Place milk in a bowl.
- Dredge chicken in flour, followed by milk.
- Always follow dry wet dry.
- Place chicken breasts in heated skillet, cook until golden brown.
- Remove from skillet to paper towel lined plate.
- Add wine to deglaze pan, place mushrooms and garlic in skillet and saute until tender (5 minutes).
- Add brown sugar, salt and pepper to taste, cream.
- Bring to a slow simmer.
- Add cooked chicken breasts to sauce, cook for 3-5 minutes.
- Plate each breast and top with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.4, Fat 24.7, SaturatedFat 15.2, Cholesterol 90.1, Sodium 64.1, Carbohydrate 40.5, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 8.3, Protein 7.8
CHICKEN MARSALA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: chicken breast, flour, salt, pepper, mushroom, marsala wine, lemon juice, garlic, butter, parsley
Provided by Tasty
Categories Dinner
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Butterfly, pound and divide one chicken breast into 2 pieces.
- Combine flour, salt and pepper and dredge chicken breast in the seasoned flour. Dust off any excess.
- Fry the chicken in a little bit of oil on a hot skillet/pan. Fry 3 minutes per side.
- In the same skillet or pan, add the mushrooms. Cook until soft.
- Add the marsala wine, lemon juice, minced garlic, butter and parsley. Cook until sauce has slightly thickened.
- Serve chicken on top of or with pasta/ rice and spoon sauce over.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 24 grams, Sugar 0 grams
Tips:
- Use high-quality, boneless, skinless chicken breasts for the best results.
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure even cooking.
- Dredge the chicken in flour before searing to help create a golden-brown crust.
- Use a combination of olive oil and butter to sear the chicken, as the butter will add flavor and prevent the oil from burning.
- Cook the chicken over medium-high heat until it is golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside while you make the sauce.
- Use a dry white wine for the sauce, as it will add acidity and brightness.
- Add mushrooms and shallots to the sauce for extra flavor.
- Simmer the sauce until it has thickened and reduced by about half.
- Return the chicken to the pan and cook until it is heated through.
- Serve the chicken marsala over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Conclusion:
Chicken marsala is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make at home. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and impressive meal that is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a special occasion dinner, give chicken marsala a try.
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