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Chicken in White Wine Sauce

Savory Chicken in White Wine Sauce for Cozy Dinners

This Chicken in White Wine Sauce is a delightful meal that combines creamy white wine flavors with tender chicken, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skin-on thighs preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Split for cooking and finishing
  • 1 medium Shallot Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Dry White Wine Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Dried thyme can substitute
Optional Additions
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice For added brightness

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. Heat skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Cook chicken skin-side down for 5-6 minutes.
  2. Flip chicken and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Remove chicken and cover with foil to keep warm.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add remaining butter, chopped shallot, and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add minced garlic and fresh thyme, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in white wine, scraping the bottom to lift browned bits, and simmer for 3-4 minutes until reduced by half.
  6. Add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Simmer for about 2 minutes.
  7. Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F.
  8. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use quality dry white wine and ensure chicken is patted dry for crispy skin. Adjust seasoning as needed.

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