Description
Chicken Marsala Pasta is a delightful dish that beautifully marries Italian flavors with creamy comfort. Featuring tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a rich Marsala wine sauce, this pasta recipe is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. In just 40 minutes, you can create a hearty meal that pleases the whole family or impresses your guests. The combination of savory ingredients ensures every bite is satisfying and delicious. Whether you choose fettuccine, penne, or any pasta of your choice, Chicken Marsala Pasta is sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup Marsala wine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté seasoned chicken until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms and garlic until browned, then add broth and Marsala wine; simmer to reduce.
- Stir in heavy cream, return chicken and pasta to the skillet; mix well and adjust consistency with reserved pasta water.
- Garnish with Parmesan cheese and parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg