Breast Of Chicken Flambe With Brandied Cherry Sauce

Name: Breast Of Chicken Flambe With Brandied Cherry Sauce 4-2
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) chicken breasts (with bone and skin); 1 ounce melted butter; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 pinch salt, to taste; 1 pinch white pepper, to taste; 1 ounce cherry brandy; Bing Cherry Sauce; 1 (8 ounce) can black bing cherries; 2 tablespoons Burgundy wine; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 -2 teaspoon cornstarch (depending on desired thickness); 1 pinch salt

Servings: persons

2 (8 ounce) chicken breasts (with bone and skin)
1 ounce melted butter
1 teaspoon paprika
1 pinch salt, to taste
1 pinch white pepper, to taste
1 ounce cherry brandy
Bing Cherry Sauce
1 (8 ounce) can black bing cherries
2 tablespoons Burgundy wine
2 tablespoons sugar
1 -2 teaspoon cornstarch (depending on desired thickness)
1 pinch salt

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Preparing Bing Cherry Sauce:
2
Drain juice from cherries.
3
Combine juice with wine, sugar, cornstarch, and salt; mix thoroughly.
4
Bring mixture to a boil until sauce thickens.
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Remove from heat.
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Stir in the drained cherries.
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Season chicken breast with salt, white pepper, paprika, and brush with butter.
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Bake for 30 minutes at 325u00b0F or until cooked and tender.
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Place chicken in a medium size ovenproof serving dish and cover with sauce.
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Have table set, candles lit, all accompaniments on table, and turn off lights when ready to flambe.
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HOW TO FLAMBE:
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Pour 1/4 ounce of brandy over dish and place in middle of table.
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Using long wooden matches, ignite chicken breast.
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When flame goes out and liquor has burned off, you are ready to serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (8 ounce) chicken breasts (with bone and skin), 1 ounce melted butter, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 pinch salt, to taste, and more.

Yes, Breast Of Chicken Flambe With Brandied Cherry Sauce 4-2 falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Breast Of Chicken Flambe With Brandied Cherry Sauce 4-2

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