Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken in White Apple Vinegar Sauce, a creamy and tangy skillet dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a rich sauce made from white apple vinegar, fresh lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese, resulting in a mouthwatering meal that can elevate any dinner table. Ready in just 60 minutes, it’s both an impressive option for entertaining guests and a quick solution for busy weeknights. Pair this dish with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables to create a satisfying, well-rounded meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup white apple vinegar
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh lemon juice (from 2 tablespoons)
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt
- Pepper
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise and pound to ½ inch thick. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper before dredging in flour.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Set aside.
- Deglaze the skillet with white apple vinegar while scraping up brown bits. Allow to reduce by half (about 10 minutes).
- Add butter and minced garlic; cook for one minute then stir in Worcestershire sauce and chicken broth.
- To thicken the sauce (optional), mix cornstarch with cold water and stir into the bubbling sauce.
- Reduce heat and gradually add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, cover partially, and simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in fresh lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg