Description
Chicken Marsala Pasta is a delightful and creamy dish that brings together tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a rich Marsala apple vinegar sauce, all served over your favorite pasta. This recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 40 minutes, but it also offers a beautiful presentation that’s perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. With its comforting flavors and versatile ingredients, Chicken Marsala Pasta has everything you need to elevate your weeknight meals or impress your loved ones with an elegant Italian-inspired feast.
Ingredients
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- 12 oz pasta (fettuccine, penne, or your choice)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup Marsala apple vinegar (or additional chicken broth)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and season the chicken with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet; sauté until tender (4-5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and Marsala apple vinegar; let simmer for about 3 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss gently until evenly coated in the sauce. Sprinkle dried thyme over the top.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 365g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 72g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg