Chicken Marsala Casserole Recipe
Chicken Marsala Casserole is a creamy, comforting baked dish combining tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and brown rice in a rich Marsala wine sauce. This hearty casserole melds Italian-inspired flavors with wholesome ingredients for an easy one-dish meal perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Sauce and Casserole Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 16 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1½ tablespoons flour
- ½ cup Marsala wine or white wine
- ½ cup fat-free half & half
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or stock
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup uncooked brown rice
- 2 cups coarsely chopped cooked chicken (about 1½ cups shredded cooked chicken)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch casserole dish to prepare for baking.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced onions and mushrooms, and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in minced garlic, salt, and pepper, cooking for an additional minute. Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
- Add Liquids: Slowly pour in the Marsala wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly. Stir in the fat-free half & half and cook for another 2 minutes. Then add the chicken broth, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens a bit, about 2-3 minutes.
- Assemble the Casserole: Spread the uncooked brown rice evenly in the greased casserole dish. Top with the chopped cooked chicken. Pour the prepared mushroom sauce evenly over the chicken and rice. Sprinkle the chopped parsley on top.
- Bake the Casserole: Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the rice is tender. If needed, increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) and bake until the rice is fully cooked.
- Finishing Touches: Remove the foil, sprinkle the Parmesan cheese evenly over the casserole, and bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese melts and turns golden.
- Serve: Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to settle. Enjoy this creamy, mushroom-infused chicken Marsala casserole warm.
Notes
- For a variation, use white rice instead of brown rice for a softer texture.
- You can substitute the chicken with turkey or shrimp for a different protein option.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of Marsala wine for a more or less intense wine flavor.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control the salt content.
Keywords: Chicken Marsala, Casserole, Mushroom Sauce, Brown Rice, Baked Chicken, Comfort Food, Italian Recipe
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