Description
A cozy and elegant Chicken Marsala Pasta that combines tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a creamy, slightly sweet sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz pasta (fettuccine, penne, or your favorite type)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup Marsala wine (or substitute with chicken broth)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sear the chicken pieces until golden and cooked through, then remove from skillet.
- Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until golden brown, then add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in chicken broth and Marsala wine, bringing to a simmer and reducing slightly.
- Mix in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and thyme, stirring until the sauce thickens.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, toss with the sauce, and add the pasta, mixing until fully coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
For a lighter version, consider using half-and-half instead of heavy cream. Adjust flavors with additional broth or balsamic vinegar if using a non-alcoholic option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken, pasta, Marsala, creamy sauce, comfort food