Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our delectable Chicken with Berry Wine Sauce, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish features succulent chicken breasts lovingly seared to golden perfection, enveloped in a luscious sauce made from a medley of fresh berries, velvety red wine, and a hint of cognac, creating a delightful balance of sweet, tart, and savory. Accompanying this main event are three equally enticing recipes: a refreshing Berry Salad with a tangy dressing, a creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes, and an irresistible Chocolate Mousse for a sweet ending. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
BLACKBERRY CHICKEN
My family loves this chicken dish in summer and winter. We all go blackberry picking together, and I freeze some of the berries left over from our jams and pies so we can enjoy this chicken all year long. -Laura Van Ness, Clearlake Oaks, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mash 2 tablespoons berries. Add 1/4 cup broth, brown sugar, vinegar, oil, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon paprika and cumin., Place chicken in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; pour broth mixture over the top. Sprinkle with thyme, salt, pepper and remaining paprika. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°, basting occasionally with pan juices. Remove chicken and keep warm. , Skim fat from pan drippings. In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and remaining broth until smooth. Gradually stir in drippings. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with chicken; sprinkle with remaining blackberries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 315mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
FRENCH BLUEBERRY BALSAMIC CHICKEN RECIPE
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Preheat the oven to 350 F.
- If you are using frozen blueberries thaw them and reserve both the berries and the juice.
- Season the chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
- In a large skillet, set over medium heat, melt the butter into the oil. Brown the chicken breasts for 3 minutes on each side, until they turn golden brown. Transfer the browned chicken to an ovenproof baking dish.
- Add the shallots to the pan and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Add the blueberries and any blueberry juice, balsamic vinegar, honey, rosemary, and the remaining salt and pepper to the pan. Bring the mixture to a rapid boil. Reduce the heat and allow it to simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
- Pour the blueberry balsamic sauce over the browned chicken, place a lid on the baking dish, and cook it in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, until the chicken is thoroughly cooked.
- Allow the chicken to rest at room temperature for 10 minutes, and then serve hot.
- Enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 469 kcal, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 117 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 676 mg, Sugar 32 g, Fat 17 g, ServingSize 4 Chicken Breasts (4 Servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
CHICKEN WITH WINE SAUCE
Plum wine and fresh mushrooms transform these chicken breasts into something wonderfully special and flavorful. This makes a perfect last-minute dish for drop-in guests. -Kathleen Valle, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a shallow bowl, whisk egg and water. In another shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Dip chicken in egg mixture, then coat with flour mixture., In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, saute mushrooms until tender. Add wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half. Serve with chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 131mg cholesterol, Sodium 266mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 34g protein.
BALSAMIC CHICKEN SKILLET WITH MIXED BERRY SAUCE
Sweet, savory, with a little kick. This marinade and sauce goes great with both chicken or pork, on the stove, in the oven, or on the grill.
Provided by Simon Chong
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 4h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine berries, vinegar, whiskey, mustard, lemon juice, honey, brown sugar, ginger, shallot, and cayenne pepper in a blender; blend until smooth.
- Place chicken in a resealable plastic bag. Add 1/2 of the berry marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator, 4 hours to overnight. Reserve the remaining berry sauce.
- Remove chicken from the refrigerator. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken in the hot skillet and brown on both sides, basting occasionally with the extra marinade. Cook until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear, about 15 minutes; discard any remaining marinade. Remove from the heat, and let rest for 3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, pour the reserved berry sauce in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium-low heat.
- Slice chicken into 1/2-inch thick slices and spoon warmed berry sauce over top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.4 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 58.5 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 22.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 242.7 mg, Sugar 20.6 g
CHICKEN WITH BLUEBERRY SAUCE
Make and share this Chicken With Blueberry Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by DrGaellon
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in oil for about 4 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Combine preserves and mustard; spoon over chicken. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until chicken juices run clear.
- With a slotted spoon, remove chicken and keep warm. Add vinegar to skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes or until sauce is reduced by one-third, stirring occasionally. Stir in blueberries. Serve over chicken and rice if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.3, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 218.9, Carbohydrate 55.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 16.8, Protein 30.3
Tips:
- Use a good quality wine: The wine you use will make a big difference in the flavor of the sauce, so it's important to choose a wine that you enjoy drinking. A dry red wine, such as a Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot, is a good option.
- Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken breasts can dry out quickly, so it's important to cook them over medium heat and not overcook them. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Reduce the sauce until it's thick and syrupy: The sauce should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. If the sauce is too thin, let it simmer for a few minutes longer until it reduces.
- Serve the chicken with your favorite sides: This dish goes well with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.
Conclusion:
This chicken with berry wine sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The chicken is cooked in a flavorful sauce made with wine, berries, and herbs, and it is served over mashed potatoes or rice. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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