Savory Slow Cooker Chicken Marsala: Effortless Comfort Food

This Slow Cooker Chicken Marsala features tender chicken simmered in a rich garlic and mushroom sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 6

Total Time 6 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts

For the Sauce

1 cup Sweet Marsala Cooking Wine Substitute with chicken broth if unavailable
4 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh is ideal
8 ounces Sliced Mushrooms Feel free to omit if preferred
1 cup Water
2 tablespoons Cornstarch

For Seasoning

0.5 teaspoon Salt
0.5 teaspoon Pepper

For Garnish

2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Lightly grease the inner pot of your slow cooker with nonstick spray. Set to low.
Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Place at the bottom of the slow cooker.
Sprinkle minced garlic over the chicken and layer with sliced mushrooms.
Pour the sweet Marsala cooking wine over the chicken and vegetables.
Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours until chicken is tender.
Remove chicken and whisk together water and cornstarch, then stir into the sauce.
Return chicken to the slow cooker, switch to high, and cook for an additional 20 to 30 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For best results, use quality chicken and ensure the slow cooker is properly greased. Avoid overcooking for tenderness.

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