Description
A rich and comforting Chicken Marsala Pasta that brings together tender chicken, sautéed mushrooms, and a creamy Marsala wine sauce, all tossed with your favorite pasta. Perfect for an indulgent family meal or an elegant dinner.
Ingredients
For the Pasta & Chicken:
- 8 ounces uncooked pasta (fettuccine or preferred shape)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter, divided
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Flour for dredging
For the Sauce:
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- ½ cup Marsala wine (semi-secco or dry)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with garlic powder.
- Lightly coat the chicken pieces in flour, shaking off excess.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken and cook for about 5 minutes until lightly browned. Transfer to a plate.
- Sauté the Mushrooms & Deglaze the Pan:
- In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and mushrooms.
- Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the mushrooms release moisture and become golden brown. Remove from the pan.
- Deglaze the skillet with Marsala wine, chicken broth, and Dijon mustard. Stir to dissolve and let simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Create the Creamy Sauce:
- Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream.
- Return the cooked chicken and mushrooms to the pan, letting them absorb the flavors for a few minutes.
- Simmer until the sauce thickens and the chicken is fully cooked.
- Bringing It All Together:
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and toss with the creamy Marsala sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, or crispy pancetta for extra depth of flavor.
- Use white button mushrooms or a mix of wild mushrooms for a unique twist.
- To make this dish dairy-free, swap heavy cream for full-fat coconut milk and use a dairy-free cheese alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American