Chicken Marsala with Portobello Mushrooms

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
• 1 large Portobello mushroom (8 oz), sliced
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup Marsala wine
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• Lemon wedges, for garnish

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour.
3. Add olive oil to the skillet and sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
5. Add the onion, celery, and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
6. Add the Marsala wine and let it simmer until reduced by half, about 3 minutes.
7. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
8. Add the chicken breasts back to the skillet and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
9. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
10. Add the heavy cream to the skillet and bring to a simmer.
11. Add the Portobello mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes, or until softened.
12. Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top.
13. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 chicken breast with sauce and mushrooms):

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 90mg
• Sodium: 500mg
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Protein: 35g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and flavorful chicken
• Rich and flavorful Marsala sauce
• Earthy and savory Portobello mushrooms
• Creamy and comforting
• Versatile dish that can be served as an entrée or main course

User Comments:

• "This dish is absolutely delicious! The chicken is cooked to perfection and the sauce is amazing."
• "The combination of flavors is out of this world. I love the earthy Portobello mushrooms with the creamy Marsala sauce."
• "This is an easy and impressive dish that I'll definitely be making again."
• "The leftovers were even better the next day."
• "I highly recommend this dish for a special occasion or a cozy night in."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for best results.
• If you can't find Portobello mushrooms, you can substitute any other type of mushroom, such as white button mushrooms or cremini mushrooms.
• If you don't have Marsala wine, you can substitute a dry white wine.
• To avoid overcooking the chicken, use a meat thermometer to ensure that it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).