Description
Homemade chicken marsala pasta delivers rich Italian-American comfort on one delightful plate. Wine-kissed mushroom sauce and tender chicken create a memorable meal for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Produce:
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Pantry and Dairy:
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) olive oil, divided
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 12 ounces (340 grams) penne or your preferred pasta
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Generously sprinkle salt and pepper across chicken pieces to ensure comprehensive seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium temperature, searing chicken until golden and thoroughly cooked, approximately 6-8 minutes. Transfer chicken to a separate plate.
- In the identical skillet, introduce remaining olive oil and caramelize onions until translucent, roughly 3-4 minutes. Incorporate minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute to release aromatic flavors.
- Introduce sliced mushrooms, allowing them to soften and release moisture, cooking for 4-5 minutes until they develop a rich, caramelized texture.
- Cascade chicken broth into the skillet, bringing the liquid to a gentle simmer and reducing for 5-6 minutes to concentrate flavors.
- Blend heavy cream, dried thyme, and dried parsley into the sauce, simmering 3-4 minutes until the mixture transforms into a velvety consistency.
- Simultaneously, prepare pasta according to package guidelines, ensuring al dente texture. Drain and reserve.
- Reintegrate cooked chicken into the skillet, thoroughly coating with the luxurious sauce. Fold in Parmesan cheese and prepared pasta, creating a harmonious blend of ingredients.
- Taste and calibrate seasonings, adjusting salt and pepper as needed.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley across the dish and serve immediately for optimal temperature and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is patted dry before seasoning to achieve a perfect golden-brown exterior that locks in moisture and flavor.
- Choose cremini or baby bella mushrooms for a richer, more robust earthy taste that complements the Marsala sauce beautifully.
- If the sauce seems too thin, let it simmer longer or add a small amount of cornstarch mixed with cold water to thicken without altering the flavor.
- Swap regular pasta with gluten-free or whole wheat options for a personalized nutritional twist that doesn’t compromise taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 586 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg