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Chicken Marsala without wine

Chicken Marsala without wine is a variation of the classic Italian-American dish that omits the traditional Marsala wine from the recipe. Instead, a non-alcoholic substitute like chicken broth is used to add flavor and depth to the dish creating a family friendly version of this creamy sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 324 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Large boneless skinless chicken breasts (or chicken thighs)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 Shallots (substitute with a small onion)
  • 2 Cloves Garlic (crushed)
  • 1 ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 8 oz mushrooms (approximately 2 cups sliced mushrooms)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Seasoned flour for chicken

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

Prep the chicken

  • Cut chicken breasts into cutlets, by slicing the chicken breasts horizontally.
  • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge them in flour, shaking off any excess.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until they are browned on both sides and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.

Making the Marsala sauce

  • In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and oil then add shallots and garlic, sautéing till fragrant, then add in the mushrooms, stir fry for about 3 minutes before adding the chicken stock.
  • Bring it to a simmer, and cook to reduce.
  • Stir in the heavy cream and let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
  • Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet and let them simmer in the sauce for a few more minutes until everything is heated through.
  • Taste for seasoning (salt and pepper) and adjust accordingly
  • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve the chicken Marsala over rice or pasta.

Notes

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Nutrition

Calories: 324kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 16gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 87mgSodium: 739mgPotassium: 447mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 632IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 1mg
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