Frugal Gourmet's Chicken Marsala

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with the 'Frugal Gourmet's Chicken Marsala,' an irresistible Italian-American classic that's as budget-friendly as it is indulgent! This quick and easy recipe features tender, golden-browned chicken breasts simmered in a rich Marsala wine sauce infused with garlic, earthy mushrooms, and a luxurious touch of heavy cream. Perfectly balanced and elegantly simple, this dish comes together in just 40 minutes, making it a time-saving yet crowd-pleasing option. Serve it over mashed potatoes, pasta, or alongside steamed vegetables for a restaurant-worthy meal that doesn’t break the bank. With minimal ingredients and maximum flavor, this Chicken Marsala is a winning combination of elegance and frugality for any home cook.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 8 ounces Brown mushrooms (sliced)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 0.5 cups Dry Marsala wine
• 0.5 cups Chicken stock
• 0.25 cups Heavy cream
• 1 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them with a meat mallet or rolling pin until they are about 1/2 inch thick.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.

Step 4

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Cook the chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Step 6

Add the remaining olive oil and butter to the skillet. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are browned and softened.

Step 7

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 8

Pour in the Marsala wine and chicken stock, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes to reduce slightly.

Step 9

Stir in the heavy cream and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 10

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Let them simmer in the sauce for 2-3 minutes to warm through.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve hot. This dish pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, pasta, or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1403.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2305.9

Total Fat 100.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 724.2mg	0%
Sodium 626.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.3g	0%
Total Sugars 14.8g
Protein 236.0g	0%

Vitamin D 29.6IU	0%
Calcium 129.5mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 2727.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.2%

Protein: 44.2%

Carbs: 13.7%