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Alton Brown Chicken Marsala Recipe

Ready to conquer Alton Brown's Chicken Marsala recipe?
You'll start by slicing and pounding the chicken breasts thin, which ensures they cook evenly and absorb all those delicious flavors.
Don't skip browning the mushrooms in butter for that extra depth of flavor!
As you sear the chicken to golden perfection, let the anticipation build – the Marsala wine and stock make the sauce irresistibly savory and slightly sweet.
One helpful tip: be sure to shake off excess flour after dredging to keep the sauce light.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dinner
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 4 Chicken Breasts boneless, skinless
  • 1 cup Flour
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • 2 cups Mushrooms sliced
  • 2 Garlic Cloves minced
  • 1 cup Marsala Wine
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1/4 cup Parsley chopped

Instructions

  • Combine the flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
  • Dredge the chicken breasts in the flour mixture, coating them well.
  • Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they start to brown, about 5-6 minutes.
  • Add the minced garlic to the mushrooms and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in the Marsala wine and chicken broth, stirring well to combine.
  • Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, covering them with the mushroom sauce.
  • Let the chicken simmer for about 10 minutes until fully cooked and the sauce has thickened.