Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 unit

Salted Butter

cubed

2 tbsp

Salted Butter

divided

16 unit

Thin Spaghetti Noodles

cooked

2 tbsp

Olive Oil

0.5 cup

Flour

0.5 tsp

Salt

1 tsp

Italian Seasoning

6 piece

Chicken Breasts

thinly cut

1 cup

Marsala Wine

1 cup

Mushrooms

sliced

1 cup

Myzithra Cheese

grated

Step 1
~2 min

Prepare the browned butter sauce: Cut 2 cubes of salted butter into 8 pieces each.

Step 2
~2 min

Place butter pieces in a heavy 2-quart saucepan over medium heat.

Step 3
~2 min

Bring the butter to a slow boil (about 5 minutes).

Step 4
~2 min

Stir constantly to prevent residue from sticking to the bottom of the pan.

Step 5
~2 min

The butter will foam and rise as it cooks. Ensure it doesn't overflow.

Step 6
~2 min

Once the butter stops rising and foaming, cook until amber in color with a caramel aroma.

Step 7
~2 min

Remove the pan from the burner and let it settle for a few minutes.

Step 8
~2 min

The sediment will settle on the bottom of the pan.

Step 9
~2 min

Pour the butter through a strainer into a bowl, avoiding disturbing the sediment.

Step 10
~2 min

Set the browned butter sauce aside. It can be stored covered in the fridge and reheated.

Step 11
~2 min

Boil spaghetti noodles according to package directions.

Step 12
~2 min

Prepare the chicken: Pour olive oil and the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter into a heavy skillet over medium heat.

Step 13
~2 min

Mix flour, salt, and Italian seasoning in a Ziploc bag.

Step 14
~2 min

Coat each piece of chicken with the flour mixture.

Step 15
~2 min

Place coated chicken in the hot skillet and brown on both sides for about 2 minutes per side.

Step 16
~2 min

Add Marsala wine and sliced mushrooms to the skillet.

Step 17
~2 min

Cook for about 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

Step 18
~2 min

While the chicken is cooking, grate Myzithra cheese finely.

Step 19
~2 min

Plate the cooked spaghetti noodles.

Step 20
~2 min

Top with chicken and mushrooms.

Step 21
~2 min

Drizzle with browned butter sauce.

Step 22
~2 min

Sprinkle generously with grated Myzithra cheese.

Step 23
~2 min

Serve immediately and enjoy.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer sauce, add a splash of heavy cream at the end.

Serve with a side of roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The browned butter sauce and cooked chicken can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve over spaghetti or linguine.

Pair with a green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic Bread
Caprese Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States (Italian-American)

Cultural Significance

Popular Italian-American dish often served at celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Dinner
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

70/100

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