Sicilian Stuffed Chicken Breasts With Marsala

Name: Sicilian Stuffed Chicken Breasts With Marsala
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained, and squeezed dry; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup Marsala, divided; 3 tablespoons grated fresh Romano or Parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons golden raisins; 2 tablespoons capers; 4 (4-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves; 1/4 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar; 2 tablespoons water; 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained, and squeezed dry
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup Marsala, divided
3 tablespoons grated fresh Romano or Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons golden raisins
2 tablespoons capers
4 (4-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1/4 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
2 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch

1
Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add red pepper, oregano, salt, spinach, and garlic; cook 3 minutes. Place spinach mixture in a medium bowl. Stir in 1 tablespoon Marsala, cheese, raisins, and capers; set aside.
2
Cut a horizontal slit through the thickest portion of each breast half to form a pocket. Stuff about 1/3 cup spinach mixture into each pocket. Secure each chicken breast with wooden picks. Dredge chicken breasts in breadcrumbs, turning to coat; shake off excess breadcrumbs.
3
Heat 2 teaspoons oil in pan over medium heat. Add chicken; cook 12 minutes or until chicken is browned, turning after 6 minutes. Remove from pan; keep warm. Add remaining Marsala and vinegar to pan. Combine water and cornstarch in a small bowl. Add cornstarch mixture to pan; bring to a boil. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly; add chicken to pan. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 6 minutes or until chicken is done. Drizzle remaining sauce over chicken.

392

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided, 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Sicilian Stuffed Chicken Breasts With Marsala 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!