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Creamy Balsamic Skillet Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Ezabella
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

A rich and flavorful creamy balsamic skillet chicken dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a luscious mushroom sauce with parmesan, balsamic vinegar, and a hint of mustard for depth. Perfect for a comforting dinner ready in just 40 minutes.

Ingredients

Chicken & Seasoning

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Vegetables & Herbs

  • 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon thyme, chopped

Sauce & Thickener

  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (gluten-free flour can be used)
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth as a substitute)
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon grainy mustard
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano (Parmesan cheese), grated
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pounded chicken breasts and cook until nicely browned on both sides, about 10 minutes total. Once cooked, remove from the skillet and set aside.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the butter and let it melt. Add the diced onion and sliced mushrooms, cooking until tender and lightly browned, approximately 10 minutes.
  3. Add Aromatics: Stir in the chopped garlic and thyme and cook for about one minute or until fragrant.
  4. Create Sauce Base: Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat everything. Cook for an additional minute to remove the raw flour taste.
  5. Deglaze the Pan: Slowly pour in the dry white wine, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits stuck to the bottom of the pan. Let it sizzle and reduce slightly.
  6. Add Liquids & Chicken: Pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, grainy mustard, and balsamic vinegar. Return the browned chicken breasts to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Finish Sauce: Turn off the heat, then stir in the grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese until fully melted and incorporated into the sauce.
  8. Season & Serve: Taste the sauce and season with additional salt and pepper as needed. Serve the creamy balsamic chicken hot, spooning plenty of the mushroom sauce over each portion.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • If you prefer not to use alcohol, substitute the white wine with additional chicken broth.
  • To ensure even cooking, pound chicken breasts to an even thickness before cooking.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
  • Pair this dish with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-inspired

Find it online: https://kitchenloving.com/creamy-balsamic-skillet-chicken-recipe/