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Chicken Marsala Pasta Recipe served with creamy marsala sauce and parsley garnish

Chicken Marsala Pasta Recipe – 5 Irresistible Steps to a Flavorful Italian Classic


  • Author: Velma
  • Total Time: PT45M
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

A creamy and savory Chicken Marsala Pasta featuring tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a rich Marsala wine sauce tossed with al dente pasta for a comforting Italian-American classic.


Ingredients

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  • For the Chicken & Pasta:
  • 12 oz fettuccine (or spaghetti/linguine)
  • 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced thin or pounded to even thickness)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • For the Marsala Sauce:
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 oz cremini or baby bella mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup Marsala wine (dry, not sweet)
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • For Garnish (Optional):
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Cook fettuccine (or preferred pasta) according to package instructions until al dente.
  • Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.

2. Prepare the Chicken

  • In a shallow dish, mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Dredge each chicken breast slice in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.

3. Cook the Chicken

  • Heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken slices and cook 3–4 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through.
  • Transfer chicken to a plate and cover to keep warm.

4. Make the Marsala Sauce

  • In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter.
  • Sauté garlic for 30 seconds, then add sliced mushrooms. Cook 4–5 minutes until mushrooms are browned.
  • Pour in Marsala wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it reduce slightly (about 2–3 minutes).
  • Add chicken broth and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Stir in heavy cream and thyme, simmer another 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. Combine Pasta and Chicken

  • Add cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat.
  • Add chicken on top and gently mix or serve over pasta.
  • If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water 1–2 tbsp at a time until desired consistency.

6. Serve

  • Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Serve immediately while warm.
  • Prep Time: PT15M
  • Cook Time: PT30M
  • Category: Pasta
  • Method: Stovetop, Simmering
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Serves 4
  • Calories: 520 kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 640 mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 95 mg