Description
Whip up chicken Riesling for a delightful French countryside dinner that brings comfort right to your table. Tender chicken simmered in white wine creates a simple yet elegant meal perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 4 chicken breasts
Supporting Liquids:
- 1 cup Riesling wine
- 1 cup chicken broth
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Warm 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers slightly.
- Toss chopped onion and minced garlic into the hot oil, stirring frequently for 3-4 minutes until they turn translucent and fragrant.
- Pat 4 chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then generously season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Carefully place seasoned chicken into the skillet, cooking for 4-5 minutes per side until a golden-brown crust develops.
- Pour 1 cup Riesling wine and 1 cup chicken broth over the chicken, allowing liquid to bubble gently around the meat.
- Whisk 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard and 1 teaspoon thyme into the simmering liquid, creating a smooth, aromatic sauce.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and let chicken simmer for 18-22 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Transfer chicken to serving plates, then spoon the rich pan sauce directly over the top for maximum flavor.
Notes
- Choose a dry Riesling with good acidity to enhance the chicken’s flavor and create a balanced sauce.
- Pat chicken breasts dry before seasoning to ensure a crisp, golden-brown exterior when searing.
- For a lighter version, swap chicken breasts with chicken thighs, which stay more tender and juicy during cooking.
- If avoiding alcohol, replace Riesling with extra chicken broth and a splash of white wine vinegar for similar depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg