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Chicken Marsala Pasta

Creamy Chicken Marsala Pasta for a Cozy Dinner Night

Delight in the rich flavors of Chicken Marsala Pasta, a comforting dish perfect for weeknights or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Fettuccine or Penne Pasta Use for the best texture.
For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Slice for quick cooking.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing the chicken.
For the Sauce
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms Choose cremini or button.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh, minced.
  • 0.5 cup Marsala Wine Adds depth; white wine can substitute.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Consider low-sodium options.
  • 0.5 cup Heavy Cream Creates a creamy sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning For flavor enhancement.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped.
  • 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional topping.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Colander
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes; reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
  2. Sauté seasoned chicken in a skillet with olive oil for 5-7 minutes until golden brown; remove and set aside.
  3. Cook mushrooms in the same skillet for 3-4 minutes until browned and tender.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Deglaze the pan with Marsala wine and simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Add chicken broth, heavy cream, and Italian seasoning; simmer for 3-4 minutes to thicken.
  7. Return the chicken to the skillet, mixing well. Stir in reserved pasta water if needed.
  8. Toss cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet for 1-2 minutes to combine thoroughly.
  9. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper; plate the dish.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor, and adjust seasoning to taste.

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