Chicken Marsala Florentine

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 17
Enjoy a flavorful Chicken Marsala Florentine with this easy recipe
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hr

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 boneless , skinless chicken breast halves
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup butter
3 cups sliced portobello mushrooms
3/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
1/2 cup packed fresh spinach
1 cup Marsala wine

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
450
Sugar
5g
Fat
32g
Chicken Marsala Florentine is a spin on the classic Italian dish, Chicken Marsala, but with a healthy dose of spinach and mushrooms added for additional nutrients. The dish also features the sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes and the savory taste of Marsala wine. It's a perfect meal to whip up when you want something that's flavorful, warm, and filling. Plus, it's a crowd-pleasing recipe that can be served at dinner parties or a simple, cozy family dinner.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and oregano. Coat in flour, shaking off any excess.
3.Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken on both sides until golden brown, then transfer to a baking dish.
4.In the same skillet, melt the butter and add sliced mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook until the mushrooms are tender and the tomatoes are softened.
5.Add in fresh spinach and Marsala wine, then cook for an additional 2 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
6.Pour the sauce over the chicken breasts in the baking dish.
7.Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.

PROS

This chicken dish is packed with flavor thanks to the Marsala wine and sun-dried tomatoes.

The combination of chicken, spinach, and mushrooms makes for a nutritious and filling meal.

CONS

The sauce in this dish is high in butter and Marsala wine, which can significantly increase the calorie count.

This recipe requires more time to prepare than some other chicken dishes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spinach is loaded with vitamins and minerals such as iron, vitamin C, and vitamin K.
Sun-dried tomatoes are a good source of lycopene, an antioxidant linked to reducing cancer risk.
Chicken is an excellent source of lean protein, providing the body with fuel and promoting muscle mass and recovery.

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