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How Long to Cook Chicken Marsala (Skillet, Mushroom Marsala Wine Sauce) in the cast iron

Specification: Flour-dredged chicken cutlets browned in cast iron, simmered with sliced cremini mushrooms and sweet Marsala wine

Target Temp

375°F (191°C) Stovetop Medium

Stovetop Sear

Total Time

14–18 mins

Total Cook Window

Flip Mark

Turnover Point

Internal Safe Temp

165°F (74°C)

USDA Safe Pull

COOK MODE

Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage

Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

Preheat & Prep

Heat cast iron skillet over 375°F (191°C) Stovetop Medium until lightly smoking. Prepare chicken marsala (skillet, mushroom marsala wine sauce) (Flour-dredged chicken cutlets browned in cast iron, simmered with sliced cremini mushrooms and sweet Marsala wine). Spray lightly with high-smoke-point oil.

Cook & Flip

Cook for 14–18 mins. Flip at the 4-minute mark for even browning.

Check & Rest

Marsala sauce has reduced to a glossy, coat-the-spoon glaze; cutlets are tender and reach 165°F Confirm internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Rest for 3 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

Cook's Illustrated Classic Chicken Marsala Protocol & USDA FSIS Poultry Minimums

Pro Tip: Cast iron holds heat when you pour cold Marsala wine into the pan, allowing instant reduction without cooling down the chicken.

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