Instant Pot Chicken Marsala Recipe | Quick & Easy Italian Dinner
Learn how to make Instant Pot Chicken Marsala, a classic Italian dish with tender chicken in a rich mushroom and Marsala wine sauce. This pressure cooker version is quick, easy, and delivers restaurant-quality results in under 30 minutes.

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Ingredients
- •4 pieces (about 600g) Chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- •1/2 cup (60g) All-purpose flour
- •1 teaspoon Salt
- •1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
- •2 tablespoons Olive oil
- •2 tablespoons Butter
- •8 oz (225g) Mushrooms, sliced
- •3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- •3/4 cup (180ml) Marsala wine
- •1/2 cup (120ml) Chicken broth
- •1/4 cup (60ml) Heavy cream
- •1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- •1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- •2 tablespoons Water
- •2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge each piece in flour, shaking off excess.
- 2
Set Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Add olive oil and butter.
- 3
Once hot, add chicken breasts and brown for 2-3 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
- 4
Add sliced mushrooms to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they release their moisture and start to brown.
- 5
Add minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 6
Pour in Marsala wine and chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze and remove any browned bits.
- 7
Return the chicken breasts to the pot, nestling them into the sauce.
- 8
Cancel Sauté mode. Close the lid and set the valve to Sealing position.
- 9
Cook on High Pressure for 8 minutes.
- 10
When cooking is complete, do a Quick Release by carefully turning the valve to Venting.
- 11
Remove chicken to a serving plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
- 12
Set Instant Pot back to Sauté mode. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry.
- 13
Stir the cornstarch slurry into the sauce and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- 14
Stir in heavy cream and mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- 15
Return chicken to the pot and spoon sauce over it.
- 16
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve hot with pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Nutrition
- Calories:
- 380
- Protein:
- 38g
- Fat:
- 18g
- Carbs:
- 14g
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Instant Pot Chicken Marsala Recipe | Quick & Easy Italian Dinner take to make?
This recipe takes 30 minutes total - 10 minutes for preparation and 20 minutes for cooking.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
What cuisine is Instant Pot Chicken Marsala Recipe | Quick & Easy Italian Dinner?
This is a Italian main course recipe.
Can I watch a video tutorial for this recipe?
Yes! We have a detailed video tutorial on our YouTube channel that shows you exactly how to make Instant Pot Chicken Marsala Recipe | Quick & Easy Italian Dinner step by step. You can watch it in the Video Tutorial section above.





