CHICKEN MARSALA CASSEROLE

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1/2 cup Marsala wine
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge them in flour, shaking off any excess.
3. Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and set aside.
4. Prepare Sauce: In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and start to brown, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
5. Deglaze Skillet: Pour in the Marsala wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the wine is reduced by half.
6. Add Broth and Cream: Stir in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and thyme. Bring to a simmer and cook for another 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
7. Assemble Casserole: Place the browned chicken breasts in a baking dish. Pour the mushroom sauce over the chicken.
8. Add Cheese: Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
9. Prepare Breadcrumbs: In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with melted butter. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the cheese.
10. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the top is golden and bubbly.
11. Serve: Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!