Chicken Breasts With Marsala And Prosciutto Recipe

Name: Chicken Breasts With Marsala And Prosciutto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 whole chicken breasts, skinned, boned, halved (2 lb.); 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil; 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter; 2 tsp. dried sage, crumbled; 8 thin slices prosciutto; 1/2 c. dry Marsala wine; 1/3 c. heavy cream; salt; fresh ground pepper; fresh chopped parsley (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Pound chicken breasts between wax paper to 1/4-inch thick. Heat oil and butter in large skillet over medium high heat. Quickly saute chicken, turning once until lightly browned 45 to 60 seconds per side.
2
Do not crowd the skillet.
3
Remove from heat and transfer chicken to large plate; sprinkle with sage.
4
Top each with the prosciutto.
5
Add Marsala to skillet.
6
Cook over medium-high heat scraping up brown bits from skillet until liquid is reduced and slightly thickened, about 1 to 2 minutes.
7
Add cream.
8
Reduce until thickened; reduce heat to low.
9
Add salt and pepper to taste. Add chicken and cook, spooning sauce over chicken until heated through.
10
Arrange on platter; sprinkle with chopped parsley.

376

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 whole chicken breasts, skinned, boned, halved (2 lb.), 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter, 2 tsp. dried sage, crumbled, and more.

Yes, Chicken Breasts With Marsala And Prosciutto falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken Breasts With Marsala And Prosciutto

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