Chicken Elegante
Elevate your weeknight dinners with Chicken Elegante, a luxurious yet approachable dish that's bursting with flavor. Tender, pan-seared chicken breasts are enveloped in a rich and creamy white wine sauce infused with the delicate flavors of sautéed shallots, garlic, and a touch of bright lemon. This exquisite recipe combines simple ingredients like heavy cream, chicken broth, and fresh parsley into a velvety sauce that complements every bite. Perfectly balanced with a golden crust on the chicken and a zesty finish, Chicken Elegante is sure to impress at any dinner table. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is ideal for family meals or entertaining guests—serve it over pasta, mashed potatoes, or alongside roasted vegetables for a truly elegant dining experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 pieces shallots, finely chopped
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 0.75 cups dry white wine
- 1 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and pound them to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin (about 1/2-inch thick).
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, and black pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and the olive oil over medium heat until sizzling.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, add the chopped shallots and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until softened and fragrant.
Pour in the white wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the wine simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Stir in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let cook for 5 minutes to develop flavor.
Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the heavy cream. Simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Let the chicken warm through for 2-3 minutes.
Just before serving, stir in the lemon juice and sprinkle the dish with fresh parsley.
Serve the Chicken Elegante warm, drizzled with the creamy sauce. Pair it with mashed potatoes, pasta, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2638 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.8 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.8 g | 314% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 836 mg | 279% | |
| Sodium | 3500 mg | 152% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.5 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 228.3 g | 457% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 187 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 2522 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
