4bonelessskinless chicken thighs (or chicken breasts, if preferred)
3tbspunsalted butter
Kosher salt and ground black pepperto taste
1onionfinely chopped
2sprigs fresh thyme
8ozmushroomssliced (button or cremini work best)
3clovesgarlicminced
1/4cupflourfor dredging
1/2cupdry Marsala wineuse dry for a classic, balanced flavor
1/2cupchicken stock
Optional: A sprinkle of Emeril’s Essence seasoning blendfor extra flavor
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare The Chicken
Pound The Chicken: Place the chicken thighs between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound them lightly to even thickness. This ensures even cooking.
Season And Dredge: Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper, then dredge lightly in flour, shaking off any excess.
Step 2: Sear The Chicken
Heat Butter: Melt 2 tbsp of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it bubbles.
Cook Chicken: Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Set the chicken aside.
Step 3: Sauté The Vegetables
Add Onion And Garlic: In the same skillet, add the remaining butter. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and thyme sprigs, stirring until the onion softens and turns translucent.
Cook Mushrooms: Add the mushrooms to the skillet, cooking until they’re browned and have released their juices.
Step 4: Make The Marsala Sauce
Add Marsala Wine: Pour the Marsala wine into the skillet, stirring well to deglaze and scrape up any bits stuck to the bottom of the pan.
Add Chicken Stock: Once the wine has reduced slightly, add the chicken stock, allowing it to simmer for 5-7 minutes until it thickens into a rich sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Step 5: Combine And Serve
Return Chicken To The Pan: Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top.
Finish Cooking: Let everything cook together for another 2-3 minutes so the chicken can soak up the flavors.
Serve Hot: Serve immediately, garnished with fresh thyme if desired.