Braised Chicken With Mushrooms and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
๐ Cook Time: 10 minutes
๐ Prep Time: 20 minutes
๐ Total Time: 30 minutes
๐ฝ Servings: 2
Description:
Quick and easy to make, this recipe yields a luscious sauce that’s perfect over tender chicken and fettuccine. It’s not only ideal for a romantic dinner but also impressive enough for entertaining guests, all achievable in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil
- 1 1/2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 coarse salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
- 1/4 pound mushrooms
- 8 ounces dry red wine
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
Instructions:
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Prepare Chicken:
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Pat the chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Brown the chicken on both sides, then set aside.
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Saute Aromatics:
- Reduce heat to medium-low.
- Add onion, garlic, dried basil, and red pepper flakes to the skillet.
- Saute, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened.
- Add mushrooms, salt, and pepper, and continue cooking and stirring over medium heat until the mushrooms are softened.
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Create Sauce:
- Whisk in the wine, chicken broth, and tomato paste.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 8-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
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Thicken Sauce:
- Remove the chicken and keep it warm.
- Knead together the butter and flour, then add to the skillet, stirring until smooth and incorporated.
- Add the sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
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Finish and Serve:
- Stir in chopped parsley.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken.
- Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Calories: 468.4
- Fat: 18.7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.4g
- Cholesterol: 106.3mg
- Sodium: 490.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 19.3g
- Fiber: 3.8g
- Sugar: 6g
- Protein: 46.6g
This Braised Chicken With Mushrooms and Sun-Dried Tomatoes recipe is perfect for those looking to impress with minimal effort. The combination of savory chicken, earthy mushrooms, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes creates a flavor explosion that will leave everyone at the table craving more. Plus, with just 30 minutes from start to finish, it’s a hassle-free option for busy weeknights or last-minute dinner parties. Enjoy the indulgence without the stress!
