Pan-seared chicken cutlets in a mushroom Marsala wine sauce

Chicken Marsala

Golden pan-seared chicken cutlets in a savory mushroom and Marsala wine sauce, an Italian-American restaurant classic.

Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
20 min
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
Calories
410 kcal

Ingredients

4 servings

Instructions

  1. Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to make thin cutlets. Pound gently to an even thickness.

  2. Combine the flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge the cutlets, shaking off the excess.

  3. Heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.

  4. Add the remaining butter, mushrooms, and garlic. Cook until the mushrooms are browned and tender, about 5 minutes.

  5. Pour in the Marsala wine and broth, scraping up the browned bits. Simmer until reduced by half, 3 to 4 minutes.

  6. Stir in the cream and return the chicken to the skillet. Simmer 2 minutes, spooning sauce over the top. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Per serving, estimated.

Calories
410 kcal
Protein
38g
Carbs
14g
Fat
18g
Fiber
1g

Tips

  • Use real Marsala wine, not cooking wine, for the best flavor.
  • Do not crowd the pan; sear the cutlets in batches if needed.

Variations

  • Add a splash of lemon juice for brightness.
  • Stir in a tablespoon of tomato paste for a deeper sauce.

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