Lemon Marsala Chicken Breasts Recipe

Name: Lemon Marsala Chicken Breasts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in half; 1/2 cup butter; 1/2 cup oil; flour; 2 eggs, beaten (did not add water..it's just the eggs beaten); Lemon Marsala Sauce; 1/4 cup butter; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 teaspoon minced shallot; 2 tablespoons flour; 1 1/2 cups chicken broth; 1/2 cup marsala wine (this is what makes it!); 1 lemon, juice of

Servings: persons

3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in half
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup oil
flour
2 eggs, beaten (did not add water..it's just the eggs beaten)
Lemon Marsala Sauce
1/4 cup butter
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced shallot
2 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup marsala wine (this is what makes it!)
1 lemon, juice of

1
Trim chicken.
2
Cut chicken breast in half -- pound nice and flat.
3
Heat butter and oil together in skillet.
4
Dredge chicken in flour (mixed with salt and pepper to taste).
5
Shake of excess flour.
6
Dip chicken in beaten eggs.
7
Saute in hot fat until golden on both sides.
8
Drain on paper towel.
9
Place in shallow baking dish.
10
Make sauce;.
11
Melt butter in saucepan.
12
Add garlic and shallots. Saute for a minute.
13
Add flour, stirring constantly. DO NOT ALLOW MIXTURE TO BROWN.
14
Add stock and Marsala and continue to stir until smooth and slightly thickened.
15
Add lemon juice.
16
Pour sauce over chicken and bake until tenders (30 min).
17
Preheat oven to 375.
18
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and add fresh lemon slices when serving.

951

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* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in half, 1/2 cup butter, 1/2 cup oil, flour, and more.

Yes, Lemon Marsala Chicken Breasts 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lemon Marsala Chicken Breasts

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