05/30/2026
Chicken Marsala Fettuccine
This Italian-American pasta dish is a true comfort food classic, featuring tender pan-seared chicken and earthy mushrooms enveloped in a rich, savory Marsala wine sauce, all tossed with perfectly cooked fettuccine.
Ingredients:
1 pound fettuccine pasta
1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced or pounded to ½-inch thickness
½ cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons (½ stick) unsalted butter, divided
10 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 medium shallot, minced (or ½ small yellow onion, finely chopped)
3 cloves garlic, minced
¾ cup Marsala wine (dry or sweet, depending on preference – dry is more traditional for savory dishes)
¾ cup chicken broth
½ cup heavy cream (optional, for a richer sauce)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions:
Cook Fettuccine: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water before draining.
Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken slices with salt and pepper. Dredge each piece lightly in the all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.
Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the floured chicken slices in a single layer (work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding). Sear for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Sauté Mushrooms & Aromatics: Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and tender. Add the minced shallot and garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Deglaze with Marsala: Pour in the Marsala wine and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the wine reduce by about half, about 3-5 minutes.
Build the Sauce: Stir in the chicken broth. If using, stir in the heavy cream. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing it to thicken slightly. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Combine Everything: Add the cooked fettuccine and seared chicken back into the skillet with the Marsala sauce. Toss gently to coat everything evenly. Add a splash or two of the reserved pasta water if the sauce seems too thick or needs more body.
Serve: Stir in the chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
Enjoy ❤️👇👇👇