Description
Tender chicken breasts simmered in a savory mushroom and Marsala wine sauce—this Slow Cooker Chicken Marsala Delight brings restaurant-quality flavor right to your home kitchen, with almost no effort. Imagine juicy, golden chicken, blanketed in a deeply flavorful sauce full of sautéed mushrooms, garlic, and a hint of creaminess—all made effortlessly in your slow cooker. It’s a weeknight-friendly meal that feels special enough for guests, yet it’s hearty and comforting for any time you need a little culinary hug. Perfect for those searching for easy dinner ideas, quick meal prep, or comfort food classics.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons olive oil
16 ounces baby Bella (cremini) mushrooms, sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
¾ cup dry Marsala wine
¾ cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
¼ cup heavy cream (optional, for creamy finish)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Pat chicken breasts dry, season both sides with salt and pepper, and dredge lightly in flour, shaking off excess.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Brown chicken on both sides, 2-3 minutes per side.
3. Transfer chicken to the slow cooker. Add sliced mushrooms and minced garlic on top.
4. In a small bowl, mix Marsala wine and chicken broth. Pour over chicken and mushrooms in the slow cooker.
5. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours, or until chicken is cooked through and tender.
6. Remove chicken to a plate. Stir in butter (and cream, if using) into the sauce. Let the sauce simmer uncovered on HIGH for 5-10 minutes to thicken slightly.
7. Return chicken to the slow cooker. Spoon mushrooms and sauce over the chicken, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, omit the butter and heavy cream or use your favorite dairy-free alternatives.
Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for an even juicier result.
If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon cold water and stir in during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 hours (LOW setting)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast + sauce
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: easy dinner, chicken marsala, slow cooker, comfort food, dinner ideas