Absolutely! Here’s a rich, creamy Chicken Marsala Pasta recipe—savory, slightly sweet from the Marsala wine, and perfect for a comforting dinner.
Creamy Chicken Marsala Pasta
Ingredients (serves 4)
- 12 oz pasta (fettuccine, penne, or your favorite)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced or pounded thin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ cup Marsala wine (or dry white wine if needed)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tsp fresh thyme or parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta:
- Boil pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup pasta water.
- Cook the chicken:
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Cook mushrooms and garlic:
- In the same skillet, add mushrooms and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Deglaze with Marsala wine:
- Pour in the wine, scraping the bottom of the pan. Let simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Make the creamy sauce:
- Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream.
- Let simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add Parmesan cheese and butter, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Combine pasta and chicken:
- Return chicken to the skillet.
- Toss in cooked pasta. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Serve:
- Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme. Serve hot with extra Parmesan on the side.
Tips
- Thinly slice or pound chicken: Ensures quick, even cooking and tender bites.
- Marsala wine: Sweet Marsala gives a richer flavor; dry Marsala works too.
- Mushroom tip: Baby bella mushrooms are best for flavor and texture.
- Optional twist: Add spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra color and flavor.
If you want, I can also give a one-pan version where the pasta cooks right in the creamy Marsala sauce—saves time and cleanup!
Do you want me to do that?
