Chicken Marsala Sauce
Chicken Marsala Sauce is a rich, savory Italian-inspired sauce made with Marsala wine, mushrooms, garlic, and cream—perfect for chicken or pasta dishes.
Equipment
- Large skillet or sauté pan
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- measuring cups/spoons
- Knife & cutting board
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 cup mushrooms sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup Marsala wine dry
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream optional for creamier texture
- 1 tbsp flour optional, for thickening
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add sliced mushrooms and sauté until browned and tender.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in Marsala wine and simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- For a creamy version, stir in heavy cream.
- If a thicker sauce is desired, whisk flour with a little broth, then stir into sauce.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Simmer for 8–10 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve over chicken or pasta.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per ½ cup, approx.):
• Calories: 150
• Protein: 2g
• Carbohydrates: 6g
• Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 35mg
• Sodium: 280mg
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 3g