Creamy Chicken Marsala with Mashed Potatoes

Picture this: tender, seared chicken breasts bathed in a luscious Marsala wine sauce, bursting with earthy mushrooms and a hint of garlic. Each bite is a harmonious blend of savory flavors that dance on your palate, leaving you craving more.

And those mashed potatoes? Creamy, buttery, and oh-so-smooth, they're the perfect companion to the rich, indulgent chicken Marsala. Together, they create a match made in culinary heaven that's sure to warm your heart and soul.

INGREDIENTS:

1/2 cup finely chopped onion
5 tablespoons butter
12 oz large mushrooms, trimmed and thinly sliced
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh basil
2 small cloves of garlic finely minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour (for the roux)6 skinless boneless chicken breast halves
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup dry Marsala wine
1/2 cup heavy cream&
2 lb Yukon Gold potatoes (preferably large)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) butter
1/4 teaspoon white pepper

PREPARATION:

Pound the chicken breasts to a nice even thickness. In a large skillet and the olive and turn on heat up to medium high. Add the onions and garlic, sauté lightly for 3 mins. Turn the heat down to medium and add the chicken.

When the chicken is brown on one side flip them and then add the Marsala wine and cover to simmer for 20 mins. Turn down the heat a little and add the basil and heavy cream. To simmer for 5 mins. Take the chicken out of the sauce and set aside on a plate.

In a separate sauce pan melt butter and flour until you have a roux nice and bubbly. Turn up the heat on the cream sauce and add the roux to thicken, about 2 mins. Add the chicken back into the now yummy sauce and serve with mashed potatoes.

For potatoes: Boil them in a large pot of water (no peeling necessary) for about 20 mins. (until you can pierce them easily with a knife) Drain them and add them back into the pot. Add the rest of the ingredient's and mash with a potato masher (preferred) or whip them coarsely with a hand mixer.

Whether you're sharing a romantic dinner, celebrating a special occasion, or simply seeking comfort in every bite, our Creamy Chicken Marsala with Mashed Potatoes is the epitome of comfort and flavor. Get ready to savor a meal that's a true testament to the art of hearty, satisfying cuisine. 🍽️❤️