Best 9 Chef Boy I Be Illinois Chicken Marsala Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with the delectable flavors of Chef Boy I Be Illinois Chicken Marsala, a symphony of savory and sweet notes that will leave you craving more. This classic Italian dish, elevated with a unique Illinois twist, features tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich and flavorful Marsala wine sauce infused with sautéed mushrooms, fragrant herbs, and a touch of tangy lemon. Accompanying this main course are three irresistible side dishes: a creamy and cheesy Spinach Artichoke Dip, perfect for dipping with crispy crackers or bread; a refreshing and vibrant Summer Berry Salad bursting with the sweetness of berries and the tang of a citrus vinaigrette; and delectable Roasted Garlic Parmesan Asparagus, where roasted asparagus spears are tossed in a savory blend of garlic, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your senses and leave you utterly satisfied.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CLASSIC CHICKEN MARSALA RECIPE



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This restaurant-style dish is the perfect comfort food and easy to make. It's a great date night dinner that you can have on your dinner table in less than 30 minutes.

Provided by Chef Dennis Littley

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

10 oz boneless skinless chicken breast o (or chicken tenders)
8 oz baby bella mushrooms (or regular mushrooms)
extra virgin olive oil (to saute chicken and mushrooms)
seasoned flour to dust chicken (seasoned with sea salt and black pepper)
1 tbsp butter
⅛ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp granulated onion
1 cup chicken stock
1 cup Marsala
1 tbsp heavy cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Prepare your chicken by triming away any fat and skin. . If you are using tenders you can just use them as they are.
  • dredge the chicken in flour seasoned with salt and pepper, and add it to a hot sauté pan with enough olive oil to saute the chicken.
  • Sauté the chicken for 2-3 minutes on one side then turn it over, at this time add your mushrooms to the pan.
  • Continue to sauté the chicken, turning it as needed and letting the mushrooms cook.
  • After the mushrooms look cooked and the chicken is well seared on all sides, add in 3/4 of a cup of your Marsala ( reserve 2 ounces to finish the dish).
  • Allow the Marsala to continue cooking for 1-2 minutes
  • Add in the chicken stock and heavy cream, reduce the heat, and allow to simmer on low as the sauce reduces. Season wiht granulated onion and black pepper.
  • When the sauce has reduced about half of its original liquid, roll 1 tablespoon of butter in flour, getting a good layer of flour embedded into the butter. Now add it to the sauce, this will help thicken your sauce. (this method is called a beurre manie). Add in the remaining Marsala wine to finish the dish.
  • After the sauce has thickened and you are happy with the seasoning you can serve the Chicken Marsala to your guests. I love serving mine with mashed potatoes, roasted potatoes, rice or egg noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Sodium 193 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN MARSALA



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup all-purpose flour
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds chicken breasts
Grapeseed oil, for cooking
3/4 cup marsala wine
1 cup veal or beef stock
4 ounces (1 stick) butter
1/2 cup 1/4-inch-thick sliced mushrooms
Fresh herbs such as chives or grated cheese, for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • To prepare the chicken, season the flour with salt and pepper. Slice the chicken breasts to 1/4-inch-thick medallions. Coat with the flour and tap off any excess.
  • Next, in a saucepan over medium heat, add enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan and allow to warm. After warming, add the chicken and cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip and repeat the process. After cooking all the chicken, hold warm covered on a plate. Add the marsala to the pan over medium-high heat. This will deglaze the pan. After deglazing, reduce the wine by three-fourths volume so 2 ounces remain. Then add the mushrooms. Stir the mushrooms, scraping the sides, then finish with the veal stock. Allow the stock to warm and thicken for 4 to 5 minutes, and then remove from the heat. Stir in the butter and finish by spooning over the cooked chicken. Garnish with fresh herbs or cheese if desired.

THE BEST CHICKEN MARSALA



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This classic Italian-American dish is a nostalgic reminder of large family dinners of a bygone era. It's the ultimate crowd pleaser. The flavors from the marsala and cremini mushrooms bring a sweet earthiness to the sauce that really elevates simple seared chicken breasts.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1 1/2 to 2 pounds
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup olive oil
12 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 large shallot, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups dry marsala wine
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/3 cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • Set a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet. Cut two 12-inch sheets of plastic wrap.
  • Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise, making 6 roughly equal pieces; they should look like large chicken tenders. Place one sheet of plastic on a clean cutting board. Put a chicken piece in the center of the plastic and top with the other sheet of plastic. Pound the chicken with the flat side of a meat mallet, starting in the center and working your way to the edges, until the chicken is 1/4 inch thick and 6 to 8 inches long. Transfer to the wire rack. Repeat with the remaining chicken pieces. Liberally sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Mix the flour with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and a generous amount of pepper in a shallow bowl or plate. Dredge the cutlets in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess. Heat 3 tablespoons of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until very hot, about 1 minute. Sear 3 cutlets until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer the cutlets to a plate. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the pan and sear the remaining 3 cutlets until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. It's ok if the chicken is not completely cooked through; it will finish cooking in the sauce.
  • Add the mushrooms and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the same pan and cook, stirring and scraping up any browned bits, until the mushrooms are slightly softened and just beginning to release some liquid, 3 to 4 minutes. (The mushrooms will soak up the oil quickly and dry up the pan; that's ok, more liquid will release as they cook longer.) Add the shallots and cook, stirring and scraping up any browned bits, until starting to soften, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the heat. Pour in the wine and 1/2 cup water. Return the pan to high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the liquid reduces by a third and starts to thicken, 6 to 7 minutes. Whisk in the butter and continue whisking until it is melted and the sauce has thickened, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add the cutlets and any accumulated juices to the pan and cook, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened, about 2 minutes.
  • Remove the chicken to a platter and stir the parsley into the sauce. Pour the sauce over the chicken and garnish with more parsley.

CHICKEN MARSALA



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound chicken tenders
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons dried porcini mushrooms
2 shallots, minced
2 teaspoons unflavored powdered gelatin
3/4 cup chicken broth
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup dry Marsala wine
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Warm crusty Italian bread, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Season the chicken tenders with salt and pepper, then dredge in the flour, shaking off excess. Heat a 12- to 14-inch nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and brown each side of the chicken until golden brown, 2 minutes a side (you want to actually undercook the chicken a bit; it will finish in the pan later). Transfer the chicken to a plate.
  • To the same pan, add the cremini mushrooms, butter, dried porcini and shallots and cook until deeply caramelized, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the gelatin and 1/4 cup of the broth together and let sit to bloom.
  • Add the garlic to the pan and cook for another 20 seconds. Deglaze with the Marsala, scraping up any bits. Whisk in the remaining broth and the gelatin mixture and bring to a simmer. Simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Nestle the browned chicken in the pan and gently simmer for 3 minutes. Top with the fresh parsley and lemon juice. Serve with warm crusty Italian bread.

CHICKEN MARSALA



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Chicken Marsala is an Italian-American dish of golden pan-fried chicken cutlets and mushrooms in a rich Marsala wine sauce.

Provided by Jennifer Segal

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded ¼-inch thick (see note), or chicken tenderloins
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1 (8-oz) package pre-sliced bella or button mushrooms
3 tablespoons finely chopped shallots, from 1 medium shallot
2 cloves garlic, minced
⅔ cup chicken broth
⅔ cup dry Marsala wine
⅔ cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Place the flour, ¾ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper in a ziplock bag. Add the chicken to the bag; seal bag tightly and shake to coat chicken evenly. Set aside.
  • Heat the oil and 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. (Use a stainless steel pan for the best browning. Nonstick will work too, but you won't get that nice golden color on the chicken.) Place the flour-dusted chicken in the pan, shaking off any excess first, and cook, turning once, until the chicken is golden and just barely cooked through, about 5 to 6 minutes total. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
  • Melt the remaining tablespoon of butter in the pan. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring frequently, until the mushrooms begin to brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the shallots, garlic, and ¼ teaspoon of salt; cook for 1 to 2 minutes more. Add the broth, Marsala, heavy cream, thyme, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ⅛ teaspoon of pepper; use a wooden spoon to scrape any brown bits from the pan into the liquid. Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and gently boil, uncovered, until the sauce is reduced by about half, slightly thickened, and darkened in color, 10 to 15 minutes (you're going for a thin cream sauce; it won't start to thicken until the very end of the cooking time). Add the chicken back to the pan, along with any juices that accumulated on the plate. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the chicken is warmed through and the sauce thickens a bit more, 2 to 3 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley, if using, and serve.
  • Note: If your chicken breasts are large (like the ones in the photos that are about ¾ lb. each), it's best to first cut them horizontally to form four flat fillets, then pound them to an even ¼-inch thickness. If you pound large chicken breasts without first halving them, they'll be huge. Of course, you could also pound them thin first and then cut them in half vertically; the only drawback is that they'll lose their natural shape (which, admittedly, is not a big deal!).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 537, Fat 32 g, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 43 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Sugar 4 g, Fiber 1 g, Sodium 877 mg, Cholesterol 203 mg

CHICKEN MARSALA



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup all-purpose flour
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/4-inch-thick medallions
Grapeseed oil, as needed
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 shallot, minced
1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced
2 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into 1/4-inch dice
4 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves picked
3 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
3/4 cup Marsala wine
1 cup chicken stock
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces, softened
Warm buttered fettuccine, for serving

Steps:

  • Add the flour to a shallow plate and season with salt and pepper. Coat the chicken pieces with the flour and tap off any excess.
  • Set a 12-inch cast-iron pan over medium heat, add enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan and heat until hot. Add the chicken in batches and cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip and cook on the other side until browned. Keep warm, covered, on a serving plate.
  • Add about 1 tablespoon more oil to the pan, add the garlic, shallot and mushrooms and saute for about 1 minute. Add the prosciutto, thyme and half of the parsley and cook 1 more minute. Add the Marsala to the pan and deglaze, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Cook until the wine is reduced by about three-quarters, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the chicken stock and cook until the sauce is heated through and thickened, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the butter one piece at a time. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and garnish with the remaining parsley. Serve with warm buttered fettuccine.

CHEF JOHN'S CHICKEN MARSALA



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Certain dishes have a special place in my heart and this is one of them. The first real restaurant job I had in San Francisco was at a small place called Ryan's Cafe. It was run by a husband and wife team, Michael and Lenore Ryan. They were true 'foodies' before that term had even been coined. This chicken Marsala dish was the most popular dish on the menu and the first one that I was taught.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Marsala Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 skin-on, boneless chicken breast halves
1 teaspoon salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons butter, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil
5 white mushrooms, sliced
1 shallot, minced
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup Marsala wine
2 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon cold butter

Steps:

  • Season chicken breasts all over with salt and pepper.
  • Melt 1 1/2 tablespoons butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken breasts, skin-side down, in hot butter and oil until browned, about 5 minutes. Flip and cook until breasts are almost cooked through, about 5 minutes more. Transfer chicken breasts to a plate.
  • Melt 1 1/2 tablespoons butter in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Saute mushrooms with a pinch of salt and a pinch of pepper in hot butter until mushrooms are golden, 5 to 7 minutes. Add minced shallot; cook and stir until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Sprinkle flour over the top and cook and stir until the bitterness of the flour cooks off, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Pour wine into skillet and bring to a boil; cook and stir until wine reduces and sauce thickens, 3 to 4 minutes. Add chicken stock; bring to a simmer and cook until slightly reduced, 3 to 5 minutes more.
  • Return chicken breasts to the skillet, reduce heat to low, and cook chicken, turning once, until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove from heat.
  • Move chicken to one side of the skillet and tilt the skillet so that the sauce pools at the bottom. Stir parsley and 1 teaspoon cold butter into the sauce, stirring constantly, until sauce is shiny and butter is completely melted. Transfer chicken breasts to plates and spoon mushrooms and sauce over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 798.7 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 185.4 mg, Fat 39 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 51.1 g, SaturatedFat 15.7 g, Sodium 2390.8 mg, Sugar 12.2 g

CHICKEN MARSALA



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Categories     Chicken     Mushroom     Poultry     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 3/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth (14 fl oz)
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
10 oz mushrooms, trimmed and thinly sliced
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh sage
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves (2 lb total)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons dry Marsala wine
2/3 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 200°F.
  • Bring broth to a boil in a 2-quart saucepan over high heat, then boil, uncovered, until reduced to about 3/4 cup, about 20 minutes.
  • Cook shallot in 3 tablespoons butter in an 8- to 10-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring, until shallot begins to turn golden, about 1 minute. Add mushrooms, 1 teaspoon sage, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid mushrooms give off is evaporated and mushrooms begin to brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Put flour in a wide shallow bowl. Gently pound chicken to 1/4 inch thick between 2 sheets of plastic wrap using the flat side of a meat pounder or a rolling pin.
  • Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour, 1 piece at a time, shaking off excess. Transfer to sheets of wax paper, arranging chicken in 1 layer.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon each of oil and butter in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then sauté half of chicken, turning over once, until golden and just cooked through, about 4 minutes total. Transfer cooked chicken to a large heatproof platter, arranging in 1 layer, then put platter in oven to keep warm. Wipe out skillet with paper towels and cook remaining chicken in same manner, then transfer to oven, arranging in 1 layer.
  • Add 1/2 cup wine to skillet and boil over high heat, stirring and scraping up brown bits, about 30 seconds. Add reduced broth, cream, and mushrooms, then simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce is slightly thickened, 6 to 8 minutes. Add lemon juice and remaining 2 tablespoons wine and 1/2 teaspoon sage.
  • Serve chicken with sauce.

CHEF BOY-I-BE-ILLINOIS' CHICKEN MARSALA



Chef Boy-I-Be-Illinois' Chicken Marsala image

The resulting marsala wine reduction that gets poured over the chicken breasts is simply mouthwatering! Very few ingredients and so simple to make, you won't believe how delicious this is. Give it a try. My partner and I enjoyed this with a side of Recipe #292081 and brown rice.

Provided by Chef-Boy-I-Be Illin

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
1 (8 ounce) jar sliced mushrooms
1/2 cup sweet marsala wine
4 ounces provolone cheese
4 ounces pancetta, diced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Pound the chicken breasts to 1/4 inch thickness, salt and pepper to taste.
  • Brown in olive oil over medium high heat.
  • After turning breasts over, add pancetta and oregano to pan while breast brown on other side.
  • Add marsala wine, tomato paste and mushroom and allow sauce to reduce by one half.
  • Scoop some of the mushrooms over each breast and top with a slice of provolone cheese.
  • Cover skillet just until cheese melts.
  • Serve by pouring marsala sauce over the breasts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.3, Fat 12.6, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 85.4, Sodium 390, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 1, Sugar 2.3, Protein 35.6

Tips:

  • To achieve a flavorful and juicy chicken, ensure that the chicken breasts are pounded thin before cooking. This allows the chicken to cook evenly and absorb the flavors of the sauce.
  • Use a good quality Marsala wine for the sauce. A dry Marsala will provide a rich and nutty flavor, while a sweeter Marsala will add a touch of sweetness to the dish.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken. If the pan is too crowded, the chicken will not brown properly and will likely steam instead of fry.
  • Cook the chicken until it is golden brown on both sides and has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • To make a creamy Marsala sauce, add a touch of heavy cream or sour cream to the sauce after it has been reduced.
  • Garnish the chicken Marsala with fresh parsley or chives before serving.

Conclusion:

Chicken Marsala is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its tender chicken, flavorful sauce, and creamy polenta, this dish is sure to be a hit at any dinner table.

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