Description
Creamy Chicken Riesling with Bacon is the ultimate comfort food that envelops you in warmth and flavor. This dish combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a luscious cream sauce infused with Riesling wine, creating a delightful harmony of tastes. Perfect for cozy dinners or special gatherings, this recipe transforms any meal into a celebration of good company and delicious food. Serve it over pasta or rice for an unforgettable dining experience that will leave your guests raving!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Riesling wine
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon, leaving the fat in the pan.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear in the skillet for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, sauté shallots and garlic until translucent (about 2-3 minutes).
- Deglaze the pan by adding Riesling and chicken broth; scrape up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Stir in heavy cream and thyme; let simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken and bacon to the skillet, allowing them to soak in the creamy sauce for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot over pasta or rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg