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martha stewart's chicken marsala recipe

Recipe by
Elizabeth Hatfield
Bolton, MA

Marsala is an Italian fortified wine available in dry, semisweet, or sweet varieties, often used in Italian dishes. Chicken Marsala is a classic Italian dish that's quick and easy to prepare. Martha calls it a "quick cook." And don't forget the mushrooms!

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 25 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Saute

Ingredients For martha stewart's chicken marsala recipe

  • 3/4 c
    all purpose flour
  • 2 Tbsp
    salt, course
  • 1/2 tsp
    black pepper, freshy ground
  • 4
    chicken breast, boneless skinless halves (about 5 ounces each), butterflied
  • 3 Tbsp
    olive oil, extra virgin
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter, unsalted
  • 10 oz
    mushrooms, fresh sliced
  • 2 c
    sweet marsala wine
  • 1 clove
    garlic, finely minced
  • 3 Tbsp
    freshly squeezed lemon juice (of 1 lemon)
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter, unsalted
  • 2 Tbsp
    parsley, italian chopped parsley

How To Make martha stewart's chicken marsala recipe

  • 1
    Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a large shallow dish; set aside. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until very hot. Dredge chicken in seasoned flour, tapping off excess; set aside. Add oil to skillet. When oil is shimmering, add chicken, and cook until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Turn over, and cook 3 minutes more. Remove chicken to a plate; set aside and keep warm
  • 2
    Heat 2 tablespoons butter in same skillet. Add mushrooms, and cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are golden brown and all the released liquid has evaporated, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • 3
    Remove skillet from heat, and add wine. Return skillet to heat, scraping up any brown bits with a wooden spoon. Add garlic, lemon juice, remaining 2 tablespoons butter, and parsley. Cook for 2 minutes until reduced and slightly thickened. Taste and adjust for seasoning. Pour sauce over chicken and sprinkle with parsley. Serve immediately.

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