Delicious Chicken Marsala Pasta Recipe to Wow Your Guests
This Chicken Marsala Pasta combines rich flavors and a creamy texture for a gourmet meal!
Ingredients
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- 8 ouncesuncooked pasta (your choice, such as penne or fettuccine)
- 1 tablespoonolive oil
- 2 tablespoonsbutter, divided
- 2chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 teaspoongarlic powder
- Flour, for dredging
- 8 ouncescremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cupmarsala wine
- 1/2 cupchicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoonDijon mustard
- 1/2 cupheavy/whipping cream
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Begin by filling a large pot with water and setting it over high heat. Once the water comes to a boil, add a generous amount of salt. Add 8 ounces of your preferred pasta and cook according to the package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
- Season chicken pieces with garlic powder and a light dusting of flour. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until lightly golden, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and mushrooms. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until golden-brown.
- Add chicken broth and marsala wine to the skillet. Stir in Dijon mustard and let simmer for 2 minutes.
- Return chicken and sautéed mushrooms to the skillet. Fold in the heavy cream, cooking until sauce thickens.
- Add drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve hot.
Notes
You can swap chicken for shrimp or turkey and add vegetables like spinach for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Protein: 30 g