Description
Chicken Marsala Pasta is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a luxurious Marsala wine sauce over perfectly cooked pasta. This comforting recipe captures the essence of Italian cuisine, making it perfect for family gatherings or special occasions. With its rich flavors and elegant presentation, Chicken Marsala Pasta is sure to impress your guests while remaining simple enough for a weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup Marsala wine
- 8 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Prepare your ingredients: mince the garlic and slice the mushrooms.
- 2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then sear for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden. Remove from skillet.
- 3. In the same skillet, add garlic and mushrooms; sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
- 4. Pour in Marsala wine and chicken broth; simmer for 5 minutes to reduce slightly. Stir in heavy cream until well combined.
- 5. Return chicken to the skillet with any juices; let simmer for another few minutes.
- 6. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and toss with sauce in the skillet until well coated.
- 7. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 120mg