Description
A comforting dish of golden-seared chicken breasts simmered in a rich, creamy sauce with savory herbs and a smooth, velvety finish.
Ingredients
- 24 ounces boneless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup non-alcoholic apple juice or broth
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons dried chives
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add canola oil.
- Dredge chicken breasts in flour, shaking off excess.
- Cook chicken in the skillet for 6–7 minutes per side until golden brown, then remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat slightly and add 1 tablespoon butter to the same skillet.
- Whisk in 1 tablespoon flour and cook for about 1 minute.
- Slowly pour in apple juice or broth, stirring and scraping up browned bits.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream and dried chives until smooth.
- Return chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 10–15 minutes until fully cooked and tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for a juicier alternative.
- Add mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor and texture.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
- Fresh herbs can replace dried chives for a brighter taste.
- Add a splash of broth when reheating to loosen the sauce.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Irish-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
