Chicken Marsala Rice Bake Recipe

This Chicken Marsala Rice Bake is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with a rich Marsala wine sauce and fluffy rice. It’s an easy chicken recipe that brings together classic Italian flavors in a convenient baked format.

Perfect for weeknight dinners, this recipe is straightforward and can be prepared in advance, making it a great option for busy families.

Delicious Chicken Marsala Rice Bake

In this Chicken Marsala Rice Bake, chicken breasts are seared and then baked with mushrooms, garlic, and Marsala wine, all layered over a bed of rice. The dish takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 6 people.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup Marsala wine
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Sauté the Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
Brown the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and thyme. Add them to the skillet and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Prepare the Rice: In a large baking dish, combine the uncooked rice, chicken broth, and Marsala wine. Stir in the sautéed onion, garlic, and sliced mushrooms.
Layer the Chicken: Place the seared chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture. Cover the dish with aluminum foil.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your Chicken Marsala Rice Bake.