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Creamy Gluten-Free Chicken Marsala

Gluten-free Chicken Marsala is a healthy, dairy-free version of the classic dish, made with thin chicken, mushrooms, Marsala wine, and coconut milk for a rich, creamy sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large thin-sliced chicken breasts tenderized
  • ½ cup gluten-free flour
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp sea salt or to taste
  • ½ tsp black pepper or to taste
  • 2–3 tbsp avocado oil or ghee
  • 1½ to 2 cups sliced baby bella mushrooms
  • 2 cloves or 1 tsp minced fresh or powdered garlic
  • ½ cup Marsala wine
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • ⅓ cup canned coconut milk
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch or tapioca flour mixed with 2 tbsp water
  • 1–2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Cutting Board
  • Sharp knife
  • Meat mallet
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Large skillet or sauté pan
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Slice the chicken breasts thin and tenderize them with a meat mallet.
  2. In a bowl, mix gluten-free flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Coat the chicken pieces evenly in the flour mixture.
  4. Heat avocado oil or ghee in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden, then remove and set aside.
  6. In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms and garlic until browned and fragrant.
  7. Deglaze the pan with Marsala wine and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits.
  8. Stir in the coconut milk and a slurry of cornstarch mixed with water to thicken.
  9. Return the chicken to the skillet, simmer for 5–7 minutes, and garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

The calorie count is an estimate and may vary based on specific ingredients and serving sizes. For more accurate results, refer to the nutrition labels on your ingredients.