Description
Succulent skillet chicken and mushroom wine sauce delivers sophisticated French countryside comfort right to dinner tables. Delicate white wine reduction melds perfectly with golden-seared chicken and earthy mushrooms, inviting you to savor each elegant, richly flavored bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds / 700 grams)
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 2 cups (200 grams) sliced mushrooms (white or cremini)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
Seasoning and Liquids:
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional, for coating the chicken)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) dry white wine (like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) chicken broth
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional, for extra flavor)
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare chicken by patting breasts dry and seasoning with salt and pepper. Optionally dust lightly with flour to enhance browning and sauce consistency.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high temperature. Sear chicken pieces until golden, approximately 4-5 minutes per side. Chicken should be partially cooked. Transfer to a separate plate.
- Using the same skillet, sauté mushrooms until they develop a rich golden color and release their moisture. Add minced garlic and diced onions, cooking until aromatics become translucent and fragrant.
- Deglaze the skillet by pouring white wine, carefully scraping accumulated browned bits from the pan’s surface. Allow wine to reduce and concentrate flavors for 2-3 minutes.
- Create sauce by introducing chicken broth, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and thyme. Gently simmer mixture, stirring occasionally until sauce begins to thicken and develop a creamy consistency.
- Carefully reintroduce seared chicken into the skillet, coating each piece with the luxurious sauce. Reduce heat and allow chicken to complete cooking, ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F. This process typically takes 8-10 minutes.
- Finish the dish by sprinkling fresh chopped parsley over the skillet. Serve immediately alongside complementary sides like creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or crusty artisan bread to absorb the delectable sauce.
Notes
- Choose chicken breasts of similar size and thickness to ensure even cooking and prevent dry or undercooked sections.
- Pat chicken completely dry before seasoning to achieve a beautiful golden-brown sear that locks in moisture and creates delicious caramelization.
- Use a meat thermometer to precisely check chicken’s internal temperature, guaranteeing food safety without overcooking.
- Experiment with different wine varieties like Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay to subtly change the sauce’s flavor profile without compromising the dish’s integrity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg