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Chicken Marsala (No Wine Version) with Buttered Noodles

This Chicken Marsala (No Wine Version) with Buttered Noodles swaps wine for chicken broth, delivering rich, savory flavor in a comforting, easy weeknight meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour for dredging the chicken
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for browning the chicken
  • 1 cup chicken broth replaces wine and adds depth to the sauce
  • 1 cup mushrooms sliced, cremini or white button mushrooms
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
  • 8 ounces egg noodles to serve on the side with butter
  • 2 tablespoons butter for tossing with the noodles
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder adds subtle warmth to the noodles

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Medium pot
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Meat mallet or rolling pin
  • Fine mesh strainer (optional)
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Pound your 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Dredge each breast in the 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer chicken to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
  3. In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently, until mushrooms release moisture and begin to brown.
  4. Pour in 1 cup chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits. Let simmer for 3-4 minutes to reduce slightly. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
  5. Return chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling into the mushroom sauce. Simmer together for 3-4 minutes to meld flavors. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon fresh parsley over the top.
  6. While chicken simmers, bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Cook 8 ounces egg noodles according to package instructions, about 7-8 minutes until al dente. Drain thoroughly.
  7. Return drained noodles to pot. Stir in 2 tablespoons butter and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder until noodles are evenly coated and fragrant.
  8. Plate buttery noodles alongside chicken breasts smothered in mushroom sauce. Garnish with additional parsley if desired. Serve hot and enjoy.

Notes

  • Swap egg noodles for whole wheat or zucchini noodles for a lighter option.
  • Add baby spinach to the mushroom sauce for extra greens.
  • Double the sauce ingredients for extra sauce to serve over mashed potatoes or rice.
  • Use gluten-free flour to dredge chicken if needed.
  • Store chicken and sauce separately from noodles to prevent sogginess; refrigerate up to 3 days.