Description
Creamy Champagne Chicken is a sophisticated and indulgent dish that’s perfect for special occasions, dinner parties, or simply treating yourself to a delectable meal. This recipe showcases the elegant pairing of juicy chicken breasts simmered in a velvety, Champagne-infused cream sauce, elevated by a symphony of herbs and zesty lemon.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 cup non-alcoholic Champagne (or sparkling white grape juice for a Halal version)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon flour (optional, for thickening)
- Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prep Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
2. Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
3. Make Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter. Add shallot and garlic, cooking until fragrant. Stir in flour if using, then whisk in non-alcoholic Champagne and heavy cream.
4. Add Flavor: Stir in Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and thyme. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
5. Return Chicken: Place chicken back in the skillet, spoon sauce over, and cook for another 5 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
6. Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and basil leaves if desired. Serve warm with your favorite sides, such as garlic mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables, to soak up every last drop of the delectable sauce.
Notes
The creamy sauce in this recipe is a true delight, with the subtle effervescence of the Champagne providing a delightful contrast to the richness of the cream and the tender, juicy chicken. The herbaceous notes of thyme and the zesty kick of lemon juice create a well-balanced and harmonious flavor profile that will have your taste buds dancing with joy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg