Description
Hearty skillet chicken and mushroom wine sauce delivers rich French countryside comfort straight to kitchen tables. Delicate chicken simmers in elegant white wine reduction, promising a culinary journey that satisfies deep hunger for sophisticated home cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Vegetables and Herbs:
- 2 cups mushrooms (sliced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon thyme (dried or fresh)
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 1 cup white wine
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Thoroughly coat chicken breasts with seasoning, ensuring even coverage on both surfaces.
- Preheat skillet to medium heat, drizzle with olive oil, and carefully place chicken pieces to achieve a golden-brown exterior. Transfer cooked chicken to a separate plate.
- In the identical skillet, melt butter and introduce minced garlic, releasing its aromatic essence. Incorporate sliced mushrooms and sauté until they become tender and release their moisture.
- Dust flour over the mushroom mixture, stirring continuously for approximately 2 minutes to create a smooth base for the sauce.
- Slowly introduce white wine, using a wooden spoon to scrape accumulated browned bits from the skillet’s bottom. Pour in chicken broth and sprinkle fresh thyme, allowing the liquid to reach a gentle simmer.
- Carefully nestle the previously seared chicken back into the skillet, ensuring each piece is partially submerged in the liquid. Cover and maintain a low simmer for 15-20 minutes at 350°F, permitting the chicken to cook thoroughly while the sauce develops a rich, velvety consistency.
- Plate the chicken and generously ladle the fragrant mushroom wine sauce over the top, serving immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Tenderize chicken breasts by pounding them to an even thickness before cooking for consistent doneness and faster, more even cooking.
- Select a dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio with crisp acidity that complements the mushroom’s earthy flavor without overpowering the dish.
- Use fresh thyme sprigs instead of dried herbs to enhance the sauce’s aromatic profile and provide a more vibrant, garden-fresh taste.
- Swap regular chicken breasts with skinless, boneless chicken thighs for a more succulent and forgiving protein option that remains juicy during cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg