Chicken Bonnie Prince Charlie (Chicken with Drambuie Sauce)
🍗 Recipe Overview:
Enjoy the flavors of Scotland with this delightful Chicken Bonnie Prince Charlie recipe. Tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts are pan-seared to perfection, then adorned with a luxurious Drambuie sauce. Served alongside gently cooked apples and topped with roasted flaked almonds, this dish promises a taste sensation that’s perfect for any occasion.
Recipe Information:
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Serves: 4
- Cuisine: Scottish, European
- Category: Chicken
- Keywords: Poultry, Meat, Scottish, European, < 60 Mins, Stove Top
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 611.2
- Total Fat: 44.9g
- Saturated Fat: 25.4g
- Cholesterol: 196.6mg
- Sodium: 266.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 23.2g
- Fiber: 4.2g
- Sugar: 15.2g
- Protein: 31.3g
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2-3 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup Drambuie (Scottish liqueur)
- 1 apple
- 3/8 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons roasted flaked almonds
Instructions:
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Prepare the Chicken:
- Season the chicken breasts with flour, salt, and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat the butter over medium-high heat until melted and hot.
- Add the chicken breasts and sauté until golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
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Cook with Drambuie:
- Once the chicken is nicely browned, sprinkle Drambuie over the chicken breasts.
- Pour in the chicken stock, cover the skillet, and reduce the heat to low.
- Simmer for about 10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Remove the chicken breasts to a serving platter and keep warm.
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Prepare the Apples:
- While the chicken is cooking, peel and core the apple.
- Cut the apple into thick slices.
- In a separate pan, melt a tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
- Add the apple slices and cook gently until tender, taking care not to mash them.
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Make the Drambuie Sauce:
- In the same skillet used for cooking the chicken, add a little more Drambuie to the remaining juices and stock.
- Stir in the heavy cream and heat gently until the sauce is hot but not boiling.
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Final Assembly:
- Add the roasted flaked almonds to the sauce and stir to combine.
- Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken breasts.
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Serve:
- Garnish the dish with the cooked apple slices.
- Serve the Chicken Bonnie Prince Charlie hot, accompanied by your favorite sides or over a bed of rice or mashed potatoes.
Tips for Success:
- Ensure the skillet is hot before adding the chicken to achieve a nice sear.
- Adjust the sweetness of the dish by varying the amount of Drambuie and cream according to your taste preferences.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the flavors at their peak.
This Chicken Bonnie Prince Charlie recipe is a wonderful choice for a special dinner or when you want to impress guests with a taste of Scottish cuisine. The combination of tender chicken, sweet apples, and rich Drambuie sauce creates a dish that’s both comforting and elegant.