Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
- 3 tablespoons Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms (preferably Cremini or white button mushrooms)
- 1/2 cup Marsala wine
- 1/2 cup chicken stock or broth
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional for added flavor)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
Instructions:
- If the chicken breasts are thick, slice them horizontally to create thinner cutlets.
- Season each chicken piece with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Dredge the chicken pieces in flour, shaking off the excess.
- In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the EVOO over medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot, add the chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides (about 3-4 minutes per side). Remove the chicken and set it aside on a plate.
- In the same skillet, add a bit more EVOO if needed, and sauté the mushrooms until they release their moisture and become golden brown (about 5-6 minutes).
- Add the minced garlic (if using) and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour the Marsala wine into the skillet, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon.
- Allow the Marsala to cook down for about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken stock or broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling the pieces into the liquid and mushrooms.
- Cover and let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken and place it on serving plates.
- . Add butter to the skillet and swirl it into the sauce until it's fully melted.
- Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and dried oregano (if using). Let it simmer for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Pour the mushroom and Marsala sauce over the chicken.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top of the chicken and sauce.
- Serve hot with your choice of side dishes like mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad.