Matty's Go-to Chicken Marsala & Polenta Meal
Recipe Overview
Overview
This Chicken Marsala recipe is a delightful blend of flavors and textures that truly shines in the kitchen. The combination of tender chicken legs and a variety of mushrooms creates a hearty base, while the Marsala wine adds a unique sweetness that elevates the dish. As the chicken simmers, the sauce thickens, enveloping the meat in a rich, savory embrace.
The polenta serves as a perfect companion, offering a creamy, cheesy contrast to the robust chicken. By incorporating both chicken stock and milk, the polenta achieves a velvety texture that complements the dish beautifully. The addition of mascarpone and Parmesan cheese takes it to another level, making it a comforting side that everyone will love.
This recipe is not just about the ingredients; it’s about the experience of cooking and sharing a meal with loved ones. The one-pot nature of this dish makes it ideal for gatherings, allowing you to focus on enjoying the company rather than being stuck in the kitchen. Whether it’s a casual dinner or a special occasion, this Chicken Marsala with polenta is sure to impress.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Take chicken and season with salt.
Put chicken in the pan and brown it for about 13-14 minutes.
Tip: Use chicken legs for better flavor than chicken breast.
Cut up cremini and oyster mushrooms.
Add mushrooms to the pan with salt, pepper, and olive oil, and stir.
Add bacon, garlic, onion, and rosemary to the pan.
Sprinkle a spoonful of flour into the pan and mix.
Pour in the masala and cook off the oil.
Tip: Be careful when flaming the pan to avoid accidents.
Pour chicken stock into the pan and bring to temperature.
Pour the mixture over the browned chicken and mushrooms.
Put the dish in the oven at 450°F.
Add chicken stock to a pot for palenta.
Combine half chicken stock and half milk into the pot.
Tip: Mix half chicken stock and half milk for creamy palenta.
Stir the mixture continuously to avoid clumps.
Tip: Add polenta slowly to avoid clumps.
Add mascarpone and butter to the cooked palenta.
Grate parmesan cheese into the palenta.
Add a little salt to the palenta before serving.
Tip: Use mascarpone and a lot of cheese for rich palenta.
Serve the chicken marsala with the creamy palenta.
Add fresh cracked pepper and a little salt on top before serving.
Tip: Add a little salt at the end to enhance flavor.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Almond Milk
Ingredient: Gluten
→ Substitution: Gluten-Free Flour
Nutrition
Skill Level
Frequently asked questions
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Marsala wine is a fortified wine that adds depth and sweetness to sauces.
- •Polenta can be made creamy by adding milk and cheese, enhancing its flavor.
- •Browning the chicken before cooking helps develop a rich flavor base.
- •Using a mix of mushrooms adds texture and umami to the dish.
