Savory Chicken with Cherry Marsala Reduction
This delightful recipe for Savory Chicken with Cherry Marsala Reduction brings a gourmet twist to your dinner table, combining tender chicken breasts with a rich, sweet, and tangy cherry Marsala sauce. Inspired by the traditional chicken marsala, this version features dried cherries that provide a wonderful depth of flavor. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy weeknight dinner, this dish can also be adapted using dried cranberries or substituting veal for chicken for even more culinary creativity. Serve this elegant dish alongside brown rice to soak up every last drop of the delicious sauce.
4
Servings
150
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Dried cherries
2/3 cup (Chopped, if large)
Marsala wine
2/3 cup (None)
Olive oil
2 teaspoons (None)
Boneless skinless chicken breast halves
4 (6 ounce) (None)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (Divided)
Black pepper
1/2 teaspoon (Divided)
Butter
1 tablespoon (None)
Shallot
1/4 cup (Finely chopped)
Fresh thyme
1 tablespoon (Chopped)
Reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1 cup (None)
Instructions
1
Begin by combining the dried cherries and Marsala wine in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 45 seconds to allow the flavors to meld, then set aside.
2
In a large nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 4 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove the chicken from the skillet, season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, cover, and keep warm.
3
Add the butter to the same skillet and allow it to melt. Once melted, add the chopped shallot and fresh thyme. Sauté for about 1 minute, or until the shallots are tender and fragrant.
4
Stir in the reduced-sodium chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan to add flavor to the sauce. Then add the cherry and Marsala mixture, along with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5
Reduce the heat to medium and let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly. Return the chicken to the skillet, turning it in the sauce to coat evenly.
6
Serve hot over a bed of brown rice, making sure to spoon extra sauce over the chicken.
Nutrition Information
3.5
Fat
6.25
Carbs
17.5
Protein
0.5
Fiber
2.5
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Chicken with Cherry Marsala Reduction?
It is a gourmet dish featuring tender chicken breasts topped with a sweet and tangy sauce made from dried cherries, Marsala wine, and chicken broth.
How many calories are in one serving of this dish?
There are 150 calories per serving.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 4 servings.
What are the primary ingredients for the cherry Marsala sauce?
The sauce is primarily made of dried cherries, Marsala wine, chicken broth, shallots, and fresh thyme.
What kind of wine is required for this recipe?
This recipe requires 2/3 cup of Marsala wine.
How do I prepare the dried cherries for the sauce?
Combine 2/3 cup of dried cherries (chopped if large) with the Marsala wine and microwave on high for 45 seconds.
What is the recommended internal temperature for the chicken?
The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
How long should I cook the chicken breasts?
Cook the chicken for about 4 minutes on each side in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
Can I substitute the dried cherries with anything else?
Yes, you can adapt the recipe by using dried cranberries instead of dried cherries.
Is there a meat substitute for the chicken?
Yes, you can substitute veal for the chicken for a different culinary variation.
What side dish goes well with this recipe?
It is recommended to serve this dish over a bed of brown rice to soak up the sauce.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 3.5 grams of fat.
How much protein is in this chicken dish?
There are 17.5 grams of protein per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
Each serving contains 6.25 grams of carbohydrates.
Does this recipe contain sugar?
Yes, there are 2.5 grams of sugar per serving.
What type of chicken broth should be used?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth.
How much butter is needed for the sauce?
You will need 1 tablespoon of butter to sauté the shallots and thyme.
What herbs are used for flavoring?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh thyme.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 10 ingredients.
What type of oil is used to cook the chicken?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of olive oil.
How do I prepare the shallots?
The shallots should be finely chopped, totaling about 1/4 cup.
How much salt and pepper is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, both divided between the chicken and the sauce.
How long should the sauce simmer?
The sauce should simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
What should I do with the browned bits in the skillet?
Stir in the chicken broth and scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan to add extra flavor to the sauce.
Is this recipe suitable for a quick weeknight dinner?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick weeknight meal and an easy recipe.
What is the fiber content per serving?
There is 0.5 grams of fiber per serving.
What size should the chicken breasts be?
The recipe calls for 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, each weighing 6 ounces.
What category does this recipe fall under?
This recipe is categorized under Chicken Breast.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to combine the dried cherries and Marsala wine and microwave them for 45 seconds.
How should the final dish be presented?
Serve the chicken hot over brown rice, making sure to spoon extra sauce over the meat.