Go Back
–+ servings
Chicken marsala served

Carrabbas Chicken Marsala Recipe

Erin Table for Seven
This popular Italian-American meal mixes the classic taste of chicken with the savory flavors of Marsala wine, mushrooms, and garlic to create the Carrabbas Chicken Marsala Recipe, a crowd-pleaser and a recipe you’ll return to time and time again.
5 from 2 votes
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4
Calories 409 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 shallots finely chopped
  • 8 ounces mushrooms sliced
  • 1 cup Marsala wine
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Pound the chicken breasts with a meat mallet between two pieces of plastic wrap until they are about ½ inch thick for even cooking.
  • Season the flour in a shallow dish with salt and pepper to taste (about ½ teaspoon each). Dredge the chicken breasts in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.
  • In a large pan over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Cook the chicken breasts for 4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Place the chicken on a platter and set aside.
  • In the same pan over medium heat, add the shallots and mushrooms. Cook for approximately 3 minutes, stirring periodically, until the mushrooms are softened and the shallots are translucent.
  • Add the Marsala wine and chicken stock to the pan with the shallots and mushrooms.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the sauce has reduced and thickened.
  • Stir in the butter and parsley until the butter is melted.
  • Return the chicken to the pan and ladle the sauce over it. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, or until the chicken is fully warmed through.
  • Serve the chicken marsala with a spoonful of the sauce on top. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Spicy Chicken Marsala. The chicken stock might benefit from a touch of cayenne pepper.
  • Parmesan Chicken Marsala. For a cheesy touch, sprinkle some freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the chicken.
  • Delicious Chicken Marsala In A Creamy Sauce. In order to get a velvety texture and deep taste, the cream can be added to the sauce.
  • Mushroom And Bacon Chicken Marsala. Sprinkle some sautéed mushrooms and bits of crispy bacon over the Marsala.
  • Balsamic Chicken Marsala. If you want a tart flavor, try balsamic vinegar instead of wine.
  • Herbed Chicken Marsala. The chicken would benefit from a little dusting of fresh herbs like thyme, oregano, and basil.
  • Sweet And Sour Chicken Marsala. If you want a sweet and sour sauce, add some honey.

Nutrition

Calories: 409kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 29gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 89mgSodium: 273mgPotassium: 780mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 380IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 24mgIron: 2mg
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!