Golden Chicken Marsala Dish (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded ¼-inch thick
02 - 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
03 - Salt
04 - Freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
06 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
07 - 1 (8-oz) package pre-sliced bella or button mushrooms
08 - 3 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - ⅔ cup chicken broth
11 - ⅔ cup dry Marsala wine
12 - ⅔ cup heavy cream
13 - 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley, for serving (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Place flour, ¾ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper in a ziplock bag. Add chicken and shake to coat evenly.
02 - Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the flour-dusted chicken until golden and just cooked through, about 5-6 minutes total. Transfer to a plate.
03 - Melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in the pan. Cook mushrooms until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Add shallots, garlic, and a pinch of salt; cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
04 - Add chicken broth, Marsala wine, cream, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pan. Scrape brown bits from the pan’s surface. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the sauce is reduced by half, about 10-15 minutes.
05 - Return the chicken to the pan along with any accumulated juices. Simmer until the chicken is warmed through and the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley, if using.

# Notes:

01 - Use a stainless steel pan for better browning results.
02 - Large chicken breasts should be halved horizontally before pounding for an even thickness.
03 - Serve with green beans or smashed potatoes for a complete meal.