Exquisite Mediterranean Champagne Chicken
Delight in this exquisite Mediterranean dish of tender chicken cutlets, bathed in a luxurious sauce infused with the delicate flavors of champagne, aromatic herbs, and savory olives, artfully garnished with artichoke hearts and toasted pine nuts. A culinary masterpiece fit for any special occasion.
Ingredients
Ingredients for Exquisite Mediterranean Champagne Chicken | |
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| 4 | chicken cutlets |
| 1 | tablespoon olive oil |
| 3 | tablespoons butter |
| 1 ½ | Brut champagne |
| 1 | tablespoon flour |
| ⅓ | teaspoon allspice |
| ¾ | teaspoon dried basil |
| ⅓ | teaspoon paprika |
| 1 | cup marinated artichoke hearts, drained |
| ⅓ | cup Greek olives, pitted and halved |
| 2 | tablespoons pine nuts |
Instructions
Preparation of Mediterranean Champagne Chicken | |
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| 1. | Heat a large skillet over medium heat. |
| 2. | Add a splash of olive oil to the skillet. |
| 3. | Add the chicken cutlets and cook them on both sides until they are cooked through. |
| 4. | Remove the cooked chicken cutlets from the skillet and set them aside. |
| 5. | In the same skillet with the drippings, add the butter and cook until melted. |
| 6. | Pour in the champagne and increase the heat to medium-high. |
| 7. | Sprinkle in the allspice, basil, and paprika, stirring the mixture well. |
| 8. | Gradually stir in the flour while continuing to stir. |
| 9. | Allow the sauce to thicken for about a minute or two, stirring constantly to prevent burning. |
| 10. | Add the marinated artichoke hearts and Greek olives to the skillet, reduce the heat to medium. |
| 11. | Return the cooked chicken cutlets to the skillet, spooning the flavorful sauce over them. |
| 12. | Reduce the heat, sprinkle in the pine nuts, and gently mix them into the dish. |
| 13. | Serve the Mediterranean Champagne Chicken with the artichoke, olive, and pine nut mixture generously spread over the top. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 250.4 kcal |
| Protein | 2.3 g |
| Fat | 16.3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 10.3 g |
| Fiber | 4.3 g |
| Sugar | 1.4 g |
Published on Aug 06, 2024 by Luminița