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Keto Chicken Marsala

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 oz mushrooms cremini or button, sliced
  • ¾ cup dry marsala wine dry, not sweet
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet or sauté pan
  • 1 Meat mallet or rolling pin
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Sharp knife
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 Tongs
  • 1 Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

Prepare the chicken
  1. Place chicken breasts between two sheets of parchment paper and pound to an even thickness. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Heat the pan
  1. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook the chicken
  1. Add chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Sauté mushrooms
  1. In the same pan, add remaining butter and sliced mushrooms. Cook for 4–5 minutes until browned and tender.
Add garlic
  1. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Deglaze with marsala
  1. Pour in the marsala wine, scraping the bottom of the pan to release browned bits. Simmer for 5–7 minutes to reduce slightly.
Add broth and cream
  1. Add chicken broth, thyme, and heavy cream. Stir and simmer until sauce thickens.
Return chicken to pan
  1. Place chicken back into the skillet and spoon sauce over it. Simmer for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Finish and garnish
  1. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

Nutritional Facts and Total Calories (Per Serving – Approximate)

  • Calories: 420 kcal
  • Protein: 36g
  • Fat: 30g
  • Net Carbs: 4–5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 2g