Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Chicken Riesling with Bacon, a dish that transforms any meal into a cozy experience. Tender chicken breasts are enveloped in a luscious cream sauce, enhanced by the aromatic notes of Riesling and crispy bacon. Perfect for date nights or family gatherings, this recipe promises to impress with its rich taste and delightful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 6 oz thick-cut bacon, diced
- 1 cup dry Riesling wine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 medium sweet onion, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook diced bacon until crispy. Remove bacon but keep drippings in the pan.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sear each side in the bacon drippings until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- Add minced garlic and diced onion to the skillet. Sauté until onions are translucent.
- Pour in Riesling wine, scraping up browned bits from the skillet. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth; simmer until thickened.
- Return bacon and add thyme and parsley. Mix well before serving over rice or pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 47g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 54g
- Cholesterol: 180mg