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Chicken in White Wine Sauce

Creamy Chicken in White Wine Sauce for Easy Weeknight Wins

This Chicken in White Wine Sauce is a delicious and easy meal, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Opt for boneless, skinless chicken thighs for added richness.
  • to taste Salt Feel free to adjust to suit your taste.
  • to taste Pepper Feel free to adjust to suit your taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder You can substitute with fresh minced garlic for a more robust flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Flour Cornstarch can be a good gluten-free alternative.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Any neutral oil can work as a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Feel free to use all olive oil for a lighter option.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Dry White Wine Substitute with extra chicken broth for a non-alcoholic option.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth is also a great option.
  • 1 teaspoon Herbs de Provence Italian seasoning works well if you don’t have this on hand.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy/Whipping Cream Use half-and-half for a lighter take.
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley Feel free to substitute with fresh basil or omit it altogether if preferred.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by cutting the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create four thinner cutlets. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder for flavor. Once seasoned, dredge each cutlet in flour, shaking off any excess.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chicken cutlets to the pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they turn a beautiful golden brown.
  3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate. In the same skillet, pour in 1 cup of dry white wine and 1 cup of chicken broth. Let the mixture bubble and simmer for about 1 minute while you scrape the bottom of the pan to release the delicious browned bits.
  4. Now, add the remaining tablespoon of butter along with 1 teaspoon of Herbs de Provence into the skillet. Allow the mixture to simmer for an additional 2 minutes, stirring occasionally to incorporate the flavors and melt the butter evenly.
  5. Reduce the heat to medium, then pour in ½ cup of heavy cream, stirring it gently into the sauce until well combined. Return the chicken cutlets to the skillet and ensure they are submerged in the creamy mixture.
  6. Taste and adjust the seasoning of your creamy chicken in white wine sauce, adding more salt or pepper if desired. Once the sauce has thickened slightly and the chicken is perfectly cooked, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 36gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use good-quality dry white wine and avoid boiling while reheating to prevent the cream from separating.

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