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Quick One-Skillet Chicken Marsala Recipe Passover-Friendly and Wine-Free

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A quick, easy, and Passover-friendly chicken marsala recipe that skips the wine and uses a savory mushroom broth with balsamic vinegar for a rich sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.25 lbs / 570g), pounded thin
  • ½ cup (60g) matzo meal
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter (dairy-free if needed)
  • 8 ounces (225g) cremini or white mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup (240ml) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place each chicken breast between two sheets of parchment or plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, gently pound until about ½ inch (1.3 cm) thick. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Pour the matzo meal into a shallow bowl. Dredge each chicken breast in the matzo meal, pressing gently to adhere a thin, even crust. Set aside on a plate.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts (work in batches if needed) and cook 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and transfer to a warm plate.
  4. Lower heat slightly, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté until soft and browned, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and balsamic vinegar, stirring to scrape up browned bits from the pan. Add fresh thyme if using, and simmer for 3-4 minutes until sauce reduces slightly and thickens.
  6. Return chicken breasts to skillet, nestle into sauce, and warm through for 1-2 minutes. Spoon sauce and mushrooms over the top.
  7. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the dish before serving.

Notes

If sauce is too thin, mix 1 teaspoon matzo meal with 1 tablespoon cold water and stir in to thicken. Avoid burning garlic to prevent bitterness. Do not overcrowd skillet to ensure proper browning. For gluten-free, substitute matzo meal with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs. For creamier sauce, add a splash of Passover-friendly non-dairy cream or plain Greek yogurt before serving. Chicken thighs can be used with adjusted cooking time (6-7 minutes per side).

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Keywords: chicken marsala, Passover recipe, wine-free chicken marsala, one-skillet chicken, quick chicken dinner, matzo meal crust, mushroom sauce

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