Easy Chicken Marsala Pasta Recipe
This easy recipes dish combines creamy Marsala sauce, savory chicken, and tender pasta for a rich, satisfying dinner idea.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 7 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry Marsala wine
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, season the chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and cook chicken until browned. Transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add mushrooms and onion and sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the Marsala wine and let it reduce by half, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the cream and chicken broth. Return the chicken to the skillet. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Add the cooked pasta and parmesan cheese. Toss to combine and serve warm.