Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create four thinner cutlets. Place between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound to an even 1/4-inch thickness. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Place the flour in a shallow dish. Dredge each chicken cutlet in the flour, ensuring a light, even coating. Shake off any excess.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp butter over medium-high heat. Add two chicken cutlets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside on a plate. Repeat with the remaining chicken.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 2 tbsp of butter to the skillet. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they have browned and released their liquid, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the minced shallot and garlic, cooking for one more minute until fragrant.
- Pour the dry Marsala wine into the pan to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer and reduce by about half, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the chicken broth. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, or until it has thickened slightly.
- Return the chicken to the skillet. Spoon the sauce and mushrooms over the chicken and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes to warm through. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For a creamier sauce, add 1/2 cup of heavy cream along with the chicken broth in step 6.
Ensure you use Dry Marsala wine, not Sweet Marsala, for the best savory flavor.
Pounding the chicken is a crucial step for tenderness, so don't skip it!
Ensure you use Dry Marsala wine, not Sweet Marsala, for the best savory flavor.
Pounding the chicken is a crucial step for tenderness, so don't skip it!
