Sauteed Chicken With Oven-Dried Grapes Recipe
Description:
Sauteed Chicken with Oven-Dried Grapes is a delightful dinner entree that boasts simplicity yet is bursting with flavor. Originally featured in “Healthy 1-2-3: The Ultimate 3 Ingredient Cookbook” by Rozanne Gold, this recipe requires only a handful of ingredients but delivers a taste sensation that will impress even the most discerning palate. 🍇🍗
- Cook Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories: 393.7 per serving
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups seedless grapes (divided)
- 3 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter (divided)
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions:
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Preheat the oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 275°F (135°C). This sets the stage for the oven-drying process, which intensifies the flavor of the grapes.
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Prepare the grapes: Wash the grapes thoroughly and remove them from the stems. Set aside half of each the red and green grapes for later use.
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Oven-dry the grapes: Spread the remaining grapes evenly on a baking sheet and place them in the preheated oven. Allow them to bake for approximately 1 1/2 hours, shaking the pan occasionally to ensure even drying. Once done, remove the grapes from the oven and set them aside.
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Make grape juice: Transfer the uncooked grapes to a blender and puree them until smooth. Next, strain the puree through a coarse-mesh sieve, pressing down firmly on the skins to extract as much juice as possible. This process should yield about 3/4 cup of grape juice.
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Prepare the chicken: In a large nonstick skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and black pepper.
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Saute the chicken: Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for approximately 5 minutes on each side, or until they develop a golden brown crust.
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Add grape juice: Pour the freshly made grape juice into the skillet with the chicken. Allow it to simmer for an additional 5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and just firm to the touch. Be cautious not to overcook the chicken, as it can become tough.
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Create the sauce: As the chicken cooks, the grape juices will reduce and darken, forming a rich, mahogany-colored sauce. Once the chicken is cooked, transfer the breasts to a serving platter, leaving the sauce in the skillet.
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Finish the sauce: To enhance the flavor of the sauce, add the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Increase the heat to high and cook for 1 minute, allowing the butter to melt and infuse the sauce with richness.
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Incorporate the oven-dried grapes: Carefully add the oven-dried grapes to the skillet, allowing them to cook alongside the sauce for an additional minute. This step adds a burst of sweetness and texture to the dish.
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Season and serve: Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary. Once seasoned to your liking, pour the flavorful sauce over the cooked chicken breasts.
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Serve immediately: Garnish the dish with a sprig of fresh herbs if desired, and serve the Sauteed Chicken with Oven-Dried Grapes immediately while still warm. This dish pairs beautifully with a side of steamed vegetables or fluffy couscous.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 393.7
- Total Fat: 12.5g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 125.4mg
- Sodium: 115.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 30.8g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Sugar: 26.4g
- Protein: 40.6g
Keywords:
Poultry, Meat, Healthy, Savory, Sweet, Weeknight, Beginner Cook, Small Appliance, < 4 Hours, Easy, Inexpensive 🍇🍗
