Healthy Fact of the Day: Chicken Marsala en Croute is a sophisticated and delicious dish that combines the classic flavors of Chicken Marsala with the elegance of puff pastry. This recipe offers a delightful balance of tender chicken, flavorful mushrooms, and a rich Marsala wine sauce, all wrapped in a flaky pastry crust.
Now, letβs dive into the recipe!
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Chicken Marsala en Croute
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup Marsala wine
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
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- Preheat your oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side or until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms and sautΓ© until they release their moisture.
- Pour in Marsala wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Add chicken broth and let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until slightly reduced.
- Stir in unsalted butter until melted.
- Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, coating them in the Marsala sauce. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut the puff pastry into squares large enough to encase each chicken breast.
- Place each chicken breast in the center of a puff pastry square.
- Fold the pastry over the chicken, sealing the edges.
- Brush the puff pastry with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Transfer the Chicken Marsala en Croute to a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the puff pastry is golden and puffed.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
- Serve this elegant Chicken Marsala en Croute with a side of vegetables or a salad.
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Enjoy a restaurant-worthy meal in the comfort of your home!
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