Valentine's Chicken Marsala

Health score
5%
Valentine's Chicken Marsala
45 min.
3
676kcal
43.89%sweetness
100%saltiness
82.14%sourness
65.22%bitterness
97.82%savoriness
86.82%fattiness
0%spiciness

Suggestions

Chicken Marsala is a classic Italian-American dish that's perfect for a romantic Valentine's Day dinner. This recipe puts a unique twist on the traditional dish by incorporating plum brandy, giving it a rich, sweet, and slightly fruity flavor. The chicken is tender and juicy, coated in a delicious breadcrumb crust and cooked to perfection in a savory sauce. The mushrooms add an earthy depth of flavor, while the garlic provides a subtle kick. This dish is best served over a bed of cooked pasta, making it a hearty and satisfying meal. With a preparation time of only 45 minutes, it's an impressive dish that's perfect for a cozy night in with your loved one. The recipe yields three servings, making it ideal for a small gathering or an intimate dinner for two with leftovers for the next day. The nutritional profile is well-balanced, with a good mix of protein, fat, and carbohydrates, ensuring a satisfying and nourishing meal. The flavonoid content is impressive, offering a range of health benefits, and the taste profile is a delightful blend of sweetness, saltiness, sourness, bitterness, savoriness, and fattiness. Overall, this Valentine's Chicken Marsala recipe is a delicious and unique take on a classic dish, perfect for a romantic dinner or any special occasion.

Ingredients

  • oz mushrooms fresh sliced
  • oz mushrooms fresh sliced
  • large chicken breast boneless skinless
  • large cloves garlic minced
  • Tbs butter 
  • Tbs olive oil (plus additional to saute mushrooms)
  • servings seasoned bread crumbs 
  • cups plum brandy 
  • 0.3 cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • servings noodles cooked

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • wax paper

Directions

  1. Slice mushrooms and pound chicken breast with a mallet between 2 sheets of wax paper to about 1/4 inch. Dredge breast in seasoned crumbs.
  2. Heat a heavy stainless or cast iron pan (don't use non-stick).
  3. Add the butter and the olive oil till butter melts and is bubbly.
  4. Add chicken breast and brown on both sides.
  5. Remove browned breast.
  6. Add additional olive oil and saute mushrooms and garlic.
  7. Deglaze pan with wine.
  8. Add browned chicken breast back to pan. Bring to boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30 min.
  9. Remove chicken from pan.
  10. Add cream and reduce sauce 50%.
  11. Serve over cooked pasta, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories676kcal
Protein14.7%
Fat38.79%
Carbs46.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
64.17
Glycemic Load
12.99
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
19.090434782609%

Flavonoids

Petunidin
10.61mg
Delphinidin
6.24mg
Malvidin
151.73mg
Peonidin
6.29mg
Catechin
15.78mg
Epicatechin
12.1mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
3.14mg

Taste

Sweetness:
43.89%
Saltiness:
100%
Sourness:
82.14%
Bitterness:
65.22%
Savoriness:
97.82%
Fattiness:
86.82%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:676.03kcal
33.8%
Fat:22.21g
34.17%
Saturated Fat:10.63g
66.45%
Carbohydrates:59.93g
19.98%
Net Carbohydrates:56.73g
20.63%
Sugar:16.35g
18.16%
Cholesterol:66.97mg
22.32%
Sodium:264.87mg
11.52%
Alcohol:24.48g
136%
Protein:18.93g
37.87%
Selenium:49.28µg
70.4%
Vitamin B3:9.35mg
46.75%
Vitamin B2:0.62mg
36.68%
Manganese:0.66mg
32.75%
Copper:0.56mg
28.02%
Phosphorus:274.86mg
27.49%
Vitamin B5:2.52mg
25.16%
Vitamin B6:0.49mg
24.54%
Potassium:736.85mg
21.05%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
17.75%
Iron:2.75mg
15.29%
Magnesium:56.38mg
14.09%
Fiber:3.2g
12.78%
Vitamin A:558.9IU
11.18%
Zinc:1.58mg
10.51%
Folate:39.77µg
9.94%
Vitamin K:8.82µg
8.4%
Vitamin E:1.24mg
8.24%
Calcium:61.26mg
6.13%
Vitamin C:3.85mg
4.66%
Vitamin D:0.58µg
3.88%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.39%
Source:Foodista