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    April 29, 2022 Last Modified: May 11, 2022 By Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com Leave a Comment

    What To Serve With Chicken Marsala

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    If you need to know what to serve with chicken marsala, check out any of these simple side dishes and easy recipes that will pair perfectly! There are indulgent dishes that will absorb the delicious marsala sauce, some green veggies, and even pasta!

    Wondering What To Serve With Chicken Marsala?

    Chicken marsala is a classic Italian dish full of rich, earthy flavors. A favorite in America too, it goes well with many wonderful side dishes!

    So, depending on what you’re looking for, we’ve rounded up the best side dishes to complement this savory dish. Whether you’re wanting a low-carb side, healthy vegetable choices, hearty comfort food, or anything in between, we’ve got you covered.

    What to serve with chicken marsala for amazing meals featuring three of our favorite side dishes.
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    • Wondering What To Serve With Chicken Marsala?
    • 1. Jasmine Rice
    • 2. Buttered Noodles
    • 3. Creamy Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
    • 4. Parmesan Risotto
    • 5. Duck Fat Fried Potatoes
    • 6. Sauteed Green Beans
    • 7. Air Fryer Asparagus
    • 8. Sauteed Broccolini
    • 9. Air Fryer Garlic Bread
    • 10. Roasted Broccoli with Garlic and Parmesan
    • 11. Baked Sweet Potatoes
    • 12. Italian Chicken Pastina Soup
    • 13. Fondant Potatoes
    • 14. Buttered Peas and Carrots
    • 15. Garlic Parmesan Angel Hair Pasta
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    1. Jasmine Rice

    Jasmine rice is a wonderful side dish to serve with Chicken Marsala. The light and fluffy rice is perfect for soaking up that rich, earthy sauce.

    This recipe is a quick and simple way to get perfect rice every time.

    Instant Pot Jasmine Rice
    This is the most perfect jasmine rice ever! No need for a rice cooker. This easy instant pot jasmine rice recipe turns out beautiful, fluffy and tender rice every time!
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    Instant Pot Jasmine Rice turns out perfectly in only minutes with your instant pot pressure cooker!

    2. Buttered Noodles

    Buttered noodles are a delicious addition to a chicken marsala dish. The buttery flavor engages with the marsala sauce and creates a great, tasty, and completely satisfying dish.

    No wonder you will commonly see chicken marsala served over a bed of tasty noodles like these!

    Buttered Noodles
    Classic, easy buttered noodles are a staple favorite that the whole family can enjoy with practically any dinner or meal! Egg noodles are perfectly coated in butter and seasonings to make a versatile pasta side dish that everyone will love.
    Check out this recipe
    Closeup on the buttered noodles with parsley and Parmesan.

    3. Creamy Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

    These creamy roasted garlic mashed potatoes are everything you’d want them to be and more. Great for pairing with chicken marsala as the rich earthy sauce is like a gravy for the garlic mashed potatoes.

    Creamy Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe
    There's no such thing as leftovers when you're serving these super creamy roasted garlic mashed potatoes!
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    Creamy Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, BakeItWithLove.com

    4. Parmesan Risotto

    Parmesan risotto is a rich and creamy Italian rice dish. It is also a base dish that can be completely customizable.

    This parmesan risotto is a delectable side dish to chicken marsala as the creamy rice is full of flavor from the onion, butter, and parmesan that complements the marsala sauce.

    Parmesan Risotto
    This super rich and creamy Parmesan Risotto (How To Make Perfect Risotto) is a base for making a variety of wonderful risotto dishes! Perfect the risotto method of cooking this rice and enjoy gourmet appetizers and risotto dinners at home!!
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    Perfectly creamy Parmesan Risotto is not as daunting as reality television makes it look! It's a super treat and easier than you might think!!

    5. Duck Fat Fried Potatoes

    These fried potatoes aren’t your average fried tater. The duck fat gives them the tastiest, rich flavor.

    They are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and they are a wonderful side dish to many main dishes, including chicken marsala.

    Duck Fat Fried Potatoes
    Duck-fat fried potatoes are the perfect fried potato, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with a luscious taste from the duck fat! Delicious fried potatoes, also known as home fries or cottage fries, are a great side dish for any dinner or an easy breakfast when topped with an egg!
    Check out this recipe
    Square image of duck fat fried potatoes topped with green onion on a plate.

    6. Sauteed Green Beans

    Green Beans are the perfect side dish when you want to get some green veggies on the plate and don’t have a lot of time. Green beans are such a healthy and flavorful side dish and are a welcome addition to your chicken marsala plate.

    They are sauteed with onion and garlic, ready in 10 minutes, and are tender yet crispy. 

    Sauteed Green Beans
    It doesn't get much easier than these delicious sauteed green beans, and they make a flavorful, healthy side dish! This simple recipe requires fresh green beans but there is no blanching required, and you will have perfectly tender-crisp green beans every time!
    Check out this recipe
    Square image of sauteed green beans in a serving dish with Parmesan cheese sprinkled over.

    7. Air Fryer Asparagus

    Another great green veggie, asparagus is always a welcome addition to the plate. This air fryer version of asparagus is the ideal way to get the perfect textured asparagus in no time.

    It’s topped with parmesan cheese and goes great as a side dish with chicken marsala.

    Air Fryer Asparagus
    Roast your Air Fryer Asparagus to perfection in just minutes, then serve up this easy vegetable side dish that the whole family will love! It only takes a few ingredients and is sure to be a new favorite method for cooking your asparagus!
    Check out this recipe
    Air fryer asparagus roasted to perfection and served in tray.

    8. Sauteed Broccolini

    This broccolini has a zesty kick to complement your chicken marsala. Each refreshing bite goes wonderfully with the richness of the marsala sauce.

    Topped with parmesan cheese giving it a hint of a nutty flavor and you’ve got a side dish worthy of any restaurant.

    Sauteed Broccolini
    Incredibly easy sauteed broccolini is a vegetable side dish that everyone in the family will love to have with dinners! The tasty, tender veggie can be hard to find in stores but is totally worth grabbing every bunch on the shelves when you do find it!
    Check out this recipe
    Sauteed broccolini garnished garnished and served on white plate.

    9. Air Fryer Garlic Bread

    I’m not sure it’s possible to enjoy an Italian dish without garlic bread. It is such a classic and welcome side to many meals.

    This version is quick and easy in the air fryer and done in a mere 10 minutes. It’s the perfect vessel to dredge in your chicken marsala.

    Air Fryer Garlic Bread
    This easy air fryer garlic bread is perfectly crispy, crazy delicious, and done in no time at all! It's as easy as mixing your garlic butter spread and popping the slices into your air fryer - and voila! You have the best garlic bread ever!
    Check out this recipe
    Perfectly toasted air fryer garlic bread slices on wooden cutting board.

    10. Roasted Broccoli with Garlic and Parmesan

    This roasted broccoli with garlic and parmesan is sure to win over even the biggest of veggie critics. Roasting brings about the natural flavor and topping with garlic and parmesan gives it the Italian shazam of flavors.

    Another mouthwatering side dish that is a great companion to your chicken marsala.

    Roasted Broccoli with Garlic and Parmesan
    Delightfully tasty roasted broccoli with garlic and Parmesan is a side dish made in heaven with the uniquely wonderful garlic flavor and rich Parmesan cheese topping! Plus, roasting brings out such a different broccoli flavor that is a true treat for all of your broccoli lovers!
    Check out this recipe
    Easy Roasted Broccoli with Garlic and Parmesan is an easy side dish that brings out the best flavors of your broccoli!

    11. Baked Sweet Potatoes

    Baked sweet potatoes go fabulously with chicken marsala when you’re looking to add a heartier side dish. Packed full of delicious vitamins and nutrients, sweet potatoes are a big bang for a healthy side.

    Naturally sweet, they absorb the rich earthiness of the chicken marsala for a well-rounded, tasty, and satisfying meal.

    Baked Sweet Potatoes
    Super easy, healthy sweet potatoes are a delicious and versatile side dish that bakes to fluffy perfection in your oven! Serve them sweet or savory—it’s up to you! However you decide to make them, they’re certain to be amazing!
    Check out this recipe
    Baked sweet potatoes on a metal tray opened with a pat of butter inside.

    12. Italian Chicken Pastina Soup

    An Italian chicken and pasta soup, this is just as classic as the American chicken noodle soup we all know and love. This version is full of yummy goodness including onion, garlic, and tomatoes.

    This soup is a nourishing side to your chicken marsala full of its own delicious flavors that go together perfectly with the marsala sauce.

    Italian Chicken Pastina Soup
    Homemade Italian Chicken Pastina Soup is a soul warming soup that's as delicious and traditional as any chicken noodle soup! The fine pasta combines perfectly with the rich broth, tender chicken, and vegetables.
    Check out this recipe
    Super easy chicken pastina soup is a delicious classic Italian comfort food!

    13. Fondant Potatoes

    Not only do these classic French-style potatoes pair great with chicken marsala they will also impress any dinner guest. White potatoes are cut into rounds, seared in oil, then cooked in broth which is absorbed into the potato.

    They are crispy on the outside while soft and fluffy on the inside. They dress up the plate in presentation while complimenting the tastiness of the chicken marsala.

    Classic Creamy Fondant Potatoes
    Classic Creamy Fondant Potatoes are not only stunning, but they are also the most divine potatoes you've ever had!
    Check out this recipe
    Fondant potatoes served on white tray with pan juices.

    14. Buttered Peas and Carrots

    An easy recipe to make, buttered peas and carrots are as classic a side dish as they come. They are versatile too, as you can mix up the flavor profile with herbs, onions, and even honey.

    While chicken marsala has a lovely rich, earthy flavor, buttered peas and carrots add a welcome contrast.

    Buttered Peas & Carrots
    Tasty buttered peas & carrots are a classic vegetable side dish that can easily be made either on the stove or in the microwave! Sometimes the most simple recipes are the best, and this delicious combination of tender carrots and buttery sweet peas is one of those times!
    Check out this recipe
    Square image of a white bowl filled with peas and carrots.

    15. Garlic Parmesan Angel Hair Pasta

    This is a creamy, garlicky, buttery dish made from heaven. While flawless on its own, it’s also a tasty side dish.

    Pairing this pasta with your chicken marsala creates a hearty mouthwatering meal you’ll want to repeat.

    Garlic Parmesan Angel Hair Pasta
    My easy garlic Parmesan angel hair pasta recipe is rich, buttery, and the ultimate dinner for any garlic lover! Sauteed garlic in a creamy Parmesan sauce coats delicate angel hair pasta and makes a rich comfort food your whole family will enjoy!
    Check out this recipe
    Square photo of garlic Parmesan angel hair pasta on white plate.

    Each of these recipes are tasty options when you're wondering what to serve with chicken marsala! Choose one or choose a few, and be sure to come back and let us know how your meal turned out by leaving a comment!

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    What To Serve With Chicken Marsala: Buttered Noodles (+More Great Recipes!)

    If you need to know what to serve with chicken marsala, check out any of these simple side dishes and easy recipes that will pair perfectly! There are indulgent dishes that will absorb the delicious marsala sauce, some green veggies, and even pasta!
    Author | Angela
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 537kcal
    Prep 5 minutes
    Cooking 10 minutes
    Total Time 15 minutes
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    Ingredients
     

    • 16 oz egg noodles (or preferred pasta)
    • ¼ cup butter
    • ¼ teaspoon each, salt & pepper (to taste + salt for water)
    • 1 teaspoon parsley (fresh, chopped)

    Instructions

    • In a large pot bring salted water to a boil over high heat. Cook to al dente texture (firm to the bite) according to the package instructions. Drain well, then return to the pot.
      16 oz egg noodles
    • Add butter and gently toss until the butter is melted and the pasta is coated. Season with salt and pepper and mix in parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
      ¼ cup butter, ¼ teaspoon each, salt & pepper, 1 teaspoon parsley

    Equipment You May Need

    Sauce Pan
    Silicone Spatula Set
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    Notes

    • Use your favorite pasta variety. Large noodles are best for coating with butter.
    • Serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
    • I prefer to salt my noodles, then top with freshly grated black pepper at serving.
    • Use more butter if desired.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 537kcal (27%) | Carbohydrates: 81g (27%) | Protein: 16g (32%) | Fat: 17g (26%) | Saturated Fat: 9g (56%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 126mg (42%) | Sodium: 270mg (12%) | Potassium: 280mg (8%) | Fiber: 4g (17%) | Sugar: 2g (2%) | Vitamin A: 427IU (9%) | Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) | Calcium: 43mg (4%) | Iron: 2mg (11%)
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    Course Pasta, Side Dish
    Cuisine American

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    Angela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma's kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love!

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