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A gourmet serving of Chicken Marsala on a white plate, showcasing the tender chicken cutlets smothered in a savory mushroom and wine sauce.

Chicken Marsala Recipe (Easy & Authentic)

This easy and authentic Chicken Marsala Recipe delivers a restaurant-quality meal in under 45 minutes. Learn how to make tender pan-fried chicken in a rich, savory mushroom and Marsala wine sauce for the perfect weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5 lbs, sliced in half horizontally to make 4 cutlets
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour For dredging
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter divided
  • 8 oz cremini mushrooms sliced
  • 1 shallot finely minced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3/4 cup dry Marsala wine
  • 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Meat Mallet
  • 1 Shallow Dish For dredging

Method
 

  1. 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.
  2. Place the flour in a shallow dish. Dredge each chicken cutlet in the flour, ensuring a light, even coating. Shake off any excess.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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!