Versailles Chicken Recipe
Versailles Chicken is a classic French dish that is rich in flavor and sure to impress your guests. This recipe features tender chicken breasts cooked in a creamy mushroom and white wine sauce, finished with a touch of fresh herbs. Serve this dish with a side of roasted vegetables or over a bed of buttery mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup white wine
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions: How to Cook Versailles Chicken
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and garlic. Cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they release their juices and start to brown, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the white wine and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Let the sauce simmer and reduce by half, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and return the chicken breasts to the skillet.
- Simmer the chicken in the sauce for another 5 minutes, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
