Healthy Chicken Marsala
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts
boneless and skinless
- 2 tablespoons olive or avocado oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
I like sliced baby portobello mushrooms.
- 1 tablespoon garlic
minced
- 1 cup chicken stock
- ⅓ cup marsala wine or coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 tablespoon arrowroot flour
- 1 tablespoon cold water
Directions
- 1
Slice the chicken breasts horizontally. If you're starting with two chicken breasts this will give you four thin cutlets.
- 2
Add 1 tablespoon of oil to a large skillet. Heat to medium high heat. Once oil is hot, add cutlets. Season the top of your cutlets with salt and pepper. Sauté until each side has some browning and chicken is mostly cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. Once chicken is browned, remove from pan and aside.
- 3
Add remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Add the mushrooms. Sauté, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes or until mushrooms are tender. Add the minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until garlic is golden, about one minute.
- 4
Reduce heat to medium. Add chicken stock, marsala wine or coconut aminos, thyme, and rosemary. Stir to combine. Add the chicken back to the skillet and spoon some sauce over it. Simmer uncovered for 3 to 4 minutes or until sauce is heated through. Add salt and pepper to taste. (If using coconut aminos instead of marsala wine you may find that it's already salty enough. It's just a matter of preference.)
- 5
To thicken the sauce, turn off heat. In a small container combine arrowroot flour and water. Shake. Pour the mixture into your gravy and stir so it’s thoroughly mixed in. You’ll notice the sauce begins to thicken immediately. Serve the chicken and sauce over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Healthy Chicken Marsala
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About this Recipe
Craving a classic, comforting dish that's both flavorful and fits into a busy schedule? This Healthy Chicken Marsala delivers all the rich, savory notes you love in a fraction of the time, making weeknight dinners feel effortless and indulgent.
What sets this version apart is its thoughtful balance: tender chicken breasts are simmered in a beautifully rich mushroom sauce, thickened with a touch of arrowroot flour for a velvety texture without heavy cream. This technique ensures a satisfying, luxurious mouthfeel while keeping the dish feeling light and wholesome. The choice between traditional Marsala wine and coconut aminos also offers a versatile approach to flavor.
Prepare for a truly satisfying meal that feels both comforting and elegant. You'll enjoy succulent chicken, perfectly seasoned, draped in an earthy, umami-rich mushroom sauce infused with aromatic dried thyme and dried rosemary. The sauce is undoubtedly the star here, creating a delightful richness that coats every bite.
This Healthy Chicken Marsala is wonderfully adaptable to your pantry. You can choose between olive or avocado oil for cooking and opt for either Marsala wine or coconut aminos to achieve your preferred savory depth. While baby portobello mushrooms are a favorite, any sliced mushrooms you have on hand will contribute beautifully to the rich sauce.
This comforting dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner, yet elegant enough for entertaining guests. Serve it alongside your chosen starch or vegetable to soak up every drop of that incredible mushroom sauce.