Quick Paleo Chicken Marsala
Quick Paleo Chicken Marsala pairs tender chicken cutlets with a rich Marsala and chicken stock reduction, studded with sautéed cremini mushrooms and salty ribbons of prosciutto. The glossy pan sauce is balanced by shallot and fresh parsley, creating a warmly aromatic, slightly sweet and savory profile. Ideal for a weeknight dinner that still feels special or a cozy date-night meal.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves5
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Quick Paleo Chicken Marsala, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 50 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 17
- Heart Health
- 55
- Metabolic
- 23
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 42
- General Wellness
- 1
Place the chicken cutlets between two sheets of plastic wrap on a flat, sturdy surface. Pound them firmly with the smooth side of a meat mallet to a 1/4-inch thickness. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- 2
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter melts. Add the chicken cutlets to the skillet; cook until both sides are golden, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- 3
Reduce the heat to medium; add olive oil to the skillet if needed. Add the prosciutto and shallots; cook and stir until warmed, about 1 minute. Stir in the mushrooms and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the wine into the skillet; simmer until the flavors meld, about 1 minute. Add the chicken stock; simmer and stir until the sauce thickens slightly, about 1 minute.
- 4
Stir 1 tablespoon butter into the skillet. Return the chicken to the pan; simmer until the chicken is heated through, about 1 minute. Garnish with parsley, salt, and pepper. Bella mushrooms can be used instead of cremini mushrooms. Do not crowd the pan. Remove the chicken to a large platter to keep warm while cooking the remaining cutlets. I sautéed the chicken in advance (just to brown) and placed it in a baking dish, then covered and refrigerated it. When ready to prepare dinner, I sautéed the remaining ingredients, poured them over the chicken in the baking dish, and baked at 300 degrees for 15 minutes.
- Calories 363.92 kcal Moderate 18%
- Protein 46.87 g Good Source 94%
- Carbohydrate 7.38 g 3%
- Total Fat 14.04 g Moderate 18%
- Saturated Fat 4.9 g High 25%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 134.67 mg High 45%
- Sodium 492.28 mg High 21%
- Dietary Fiber 2.51 g Low Source 9%
- Total Sugars 3.58 g --
- Added Sugars 2.35 g Low Source 5%
- Calcium 22.61 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 3.29 mg Moderate 18%
- Potassium 270.99 mg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin A 54.53 mcg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin C 9.21 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin D 0.1 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Sulfites
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Quick Paleo Chicken Marsala is made with 11 ingredients and serves 5. It takes about 30 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Chicken Stock, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 363.92 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Quick Paleo Chicken Marsala made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Chicken Stock, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Parsley. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Quick Paleo Chicken Marsala?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 363.92 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Quick Paleo Chicken Marsala easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 11 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Quick Paleo Chicken Marsala healthy?
- Quick Paleo Chicken Marsala has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 363.92 calories and 46.87 g of protein, or 94% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 492.28 mg (21% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.9 g (25% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Sulfites, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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