This crazy cold weather has me craving all things comfort food.
Before this recipe, I’m not even sure if I’ve ever had Chicken Marsala. But, when the temps hit record lows, the first thing that came to mind was Chicken Marsala.
Why?
Great question.
All I know is, it sounded rich and delicious. And, it was!!!
The other thing I knew was, that it had to be served over mashed potatoes made with real butter and heavy cream.
I don’t know about you, but the thought of it alone made me want to get my eatin’ pants on so that I had plenty of room to devour it all in!
p.s. We all have eatin’ pants, right? (Please tell me this is normal!)
Look at that steaming good-ness on a plate!
Definitely worth a few calories.
As it turns out, this recipe was sssooo simple to make, it just went into our rotation as one of our most favorite quick and easy, weeknight meals.
Enjoy!
Chicken Marsala
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 3 to 4 skinless boneless chicken breasts (cut in half) and pounded to 1/4 inch thick (1 ½ - 2 pounds)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped garlic
- 1 8-ounce package whole mushrooms, sliced thick (approx. 2 ½ to 3 cups)
- 1/2 cup Marsala wine
- 1/4 cup Sherry
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- In a shallow dish or bowl, mix together the flour, salt, pepper and oregano. Coat chicken pieces in flour mixture.
- In a large skillet, melt butter in olive oil over medium heat. Place chicken in the pan, and lightly brown on both sides (2 to 3 minutes a side). Remove chicken and keep warm. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds or until fragrant. Add mushrooms, and pour in Marsala wine and Sherry. Add chicken breasts on top. Cover skillet; and simmer chicken on medium to medium-high for 5 minutes. Turn chicken over, and add ½ cup heavy cream and cook an additional 5 minutes or until no longer pink and juices run clear.
- Serve.
Recipe adapted from All Recipes @ Chicken Marsala.
Shelley @ Two Healthy Kitchens says
Eatin’ pants!?!?! But of course! That’s the only kind of pants I own – they’re ALL eatin’ pants! Totally normal, my friend! Mmmmmm … and it’s been so cold here in Ohio that we definitely need some warm, cozy comfort food! My kiddos got a two-day extension to their Christmas break because their school was closed due to temps of -20F or more! Egads! That calls for two or three sturdy layers of eatin’ pants just to keep warm! 😀
Kristi says
Oh my gosh Shelley – I’ve so been there. That kind of weather is bone-chilling cold!!! Great time for some heavy, belly-warming recipes! Stay warm my friend. (p.s. thank you for validating my eatin’ pants, I feel much better!) Haha! Have a great (and warm) week Shelley!
[email protected] says
I think Chicken Marsala is my favorite chicken dish. Yours looks so good with those mashed potatoes! There’s something magical about the combination of Marsala wine, Sherry, cream, and mushrooms!
Kristi says
Oh wow – it would be hard for me to pick a favorite chicken dish (I love chicken!), but this was one the easiest and best weekday night chicken dishes I’ve had for sure. And you’re right – the sauce is magical. Have a great week!
Marcie says
You’re cracking me up! I definitely have some eatin’ pants, or ones that allow me to eat more than usual! Chicken Marsala used to be a dish that I ordered all the time and I’ve gotten away from it. It absolutely needs fattening mashed potatoes! This looks SO good, Kristi!
Kristi says
I’m sssooo glad you like it! And I’m so happy to hear I have friends with eatin’ pants! 🙂
[email protected] says
Seriously Kristi, I am sitting here at work on my lunch break eating a nasty old turkey and lettuce on flatbread that tastes like cardboard, and I’m DROOLING over this Chciken Marsala!! It looks so comforting and delicious! The perfect mid week meal for me to make for the kids and I!! -Oh, and of COURSE I have eatin’ pants! i call them my comfy pants, and I LIVE in them as soon as I get home from work!! 😉
Kristi says
You made me LOL with your description of your sandwich!! Hahaha! Comfy pants mmmm hmmmm – they rock! Especially after work. 😉 Have a great week Renee!
Pam says
That sounds so good…..More recipes like this and those peanut butter cookies and my “eatin’ pants” will be oh-so-tight!…whatever, I’m eatin’ anyway!
Kristi says
I know, right? Hahahaha! Amen!
Daniela @ FoodrecipesHQ says
My sister, who lovers chicken above all, is enthusiastic about your recipe! For me, well, it’s getting harder to be vegetarian 🙂
Kristi says
Oh no! I’m sorry Daniela!!! I don’t do enough vegetarian recipes. Maybe that can be one of my goals for this year. You’ve inspired me! 🙂
The Sketched Chef says
I really love marsala and this one looks amazing !
Kristi says
Thank you! We loved it too, so I hope you get a chance to try it!
Kelly says
Yum, I love chicken marsala and it’s such a wonderful meal for this cold chiller weather. Wish I had this for dinner earlier, it looks incredible Kristi!
Kristi says
Thanks Kelly – it IS perfect for cold weather! I hope you have a beautiful week!
Ashley says
haha my eatin’ pants are my stretchy yoga pants : ) And this dish looks awesome – I’ve had chicken marsala a lot (especially when I was younger) but have never made it at home. It definitely sounds like perfect comfort food for this cold weather!
Kristi says
You need to make it! It’s so good! I forgot all about my yoga pants! I need to break those out! Good idea! 🙂
Josefine {The Smoothie Lover} says
Looks delicious! Great for the cold weather
Kristi says
Thanks Josefine!
Cindy @ Pick Fresh Foods says
Chicken Marsal is my favorite!! Yum, yum 😀 I definitely know which pants not to wear when I gonna have a big meal. Haha Eatin’ pants are in everyones closet 😀 Pinning, now!
Kristi says
I am sssooo glad to hear that – I practically live in mine when I’m home! Have a great weekend!
Ruby @ The Ruby Red Apron says
YUM. I love easy meals that look like this! And the calories are so worth it when it’s super delicious food!
Kristi says
I agree with you Ruby! Have a wonderful weekend!
Jessica @ Jessiker Bakes says
Still laughing at eating pants!!! That makes so much sense! This chicken Marsala looks so delicious and satisfying!
Kristi says
Thanks Jessica – have a great week!
Johlene says
Hey there! This is my kind of meal.. good old home cooking!! Please send a plate over 😉 Xx
Kristi says
Hahaha! I’d love to! I’ll trade you for your Salted Pretzel Caramel Cupcakes – they look delicious!
Claire @ The Black Cat Kitchen says
Mmmm perfect winter food – nothing better than coming home to something rich, creamy and filling on a cold night 🙂 Lovely recipe!
Kristi says
Amen, right? I’m with you – rich, creamy and filling is a cold night remedy! Thanks!
Samina | The Cupcake Confession says
I believe eating pants are all I actually own because that’s what i do the whole day – EAT! 😀
And this chicken with the mushrooms and the potato mash is making me salivate!!!!!!! I need this in my life!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Kristi says
Hahahaha! You always make me laugh Samina – I love it when you stop by – it reallly brightens my day!
Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says
Chicken marsala is hands down one of my favorite meals, this looks amazing!
Kristi says
It’s on of my favorites too, for sure! Thanks!
Christina @ Christina's Cucina says
Oh my, I do love Chicken Marsala and just don’t make it nearly often enough! This would have been perfect to make here in LA these past few days as the temps just took a nose dive for some reason and we’ve been in the 50s and 60s!! Bummer for the tourists that are here…this has never happened in May (that I remember)!
Thanks for the lovely recipe, this will be going on the menu soon!
Kristi says
Thanks Christina! I love Chicken Marsala too – and it would’ve been perfect for that kind of weather!
Arman @ thebigmansworld says
I love chicken Marsala! I need to add this to my meal plan this week!
Kristi says
Me too Arman – I love all kinds of chicken, but Marsala is a favorite!
Catherine says
Dear Kristi, What a beautiful dish…this sounds wonderful! xo, Catherine
Kristi says
Thank you Catherine! I’m so glad you like it. Marsala is one of my favs!