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Chicken in White Wine Sauce

Chicken in White Wine Sauce: A Heartwarming Dinner Delight

Enjoy the comforting flavors of Chicken in White Wine Sauce, a quick and satisfying dish that's perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skin-on for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing the chicken
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter Adds richness
  • 1 medium Shallot Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 0.5 cups Dry White Wine Such as Sauvignon Blanc
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Can substitute with vegetable broth
  • 0.5 cups Heavy Cream For creaminess
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Can use dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Optional garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5-6 minutes.
  3. Flip the chicken and brown for another 3-4 minutes. Remove from skillet and cover to keep warm.
  4. Add remaining butter, shallot, and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Then add garlic and thyme, stirring for 30 seconds.
  5. Pour in white wine, scrape the browned bits, and simmer for 3-4 minutes until reduced.
  6. Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream, then return the chicken to the skillet and cover. Let simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  7. Adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with parsley and serve with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For gluten-free, ensure your broth and wine are gluten-free options. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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