
This Chicken Marsala is rich, savory, and perfect for a comforting dinner. Tender chicken cutlets are finished in a silky Marsala mushroom sauce and served over angel hair pasta for an easy restaurant-style meal at home.
Slice or pound the chicken breasts into thin cutlets, about 1/4 inch thick. Pat them dry, then coat lightly in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.



Heat a large skillet over medium heat with oil and butter. Cook the chicken in batches until lightly golden and cooked through, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Add more oil and butter as needed, then transfer the chicken to a serving platter and keep warm.



In the same skillet, add a little more oil and butter if the pan looks dry. Add the diced shallot and cook for 1 minute, then add the sliced mushrooms. Cover and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until the mushrooms soften. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, just until fragrant.



Pour in the Marsala wine and bring it to a gentle boil. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the liquid reduces by roughly half.


Add the chicken stock, dried thyme, parsley, and heavy cream. Simmer for another 5 minutes, until the sauce is slightly thickened. Turn off the heat, stir in the butter until melted, and season to taste.
Spoon the mushrooms and sauce over the chicken. Serve over warm angel hair pasta, adding extra sauce on top. Finish with red pepper flakes or green onions, if desired.
Dry Marsala gives the most balanced flavor, but sweet Marsala can be used for a slightly richer sauce. If the sauce reduces too much, loosen it with a splash of chicken stock. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently so the sauce stays smooth.