Chicken Aficionado Recipe

Name: Chicken Aficionado
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 chicken breasts, boned and split; 6 tblsp butter; salt and pepper to taste; 1 tblsp minced shallots; 1/4 lb. Prosciutto ham or Rosemary ham, thinly sliced and slivered; 1/4 lb. mushrooms, washed and thinly sliced; 3/4 lb. chicken livers, each cut in quarters; flour for dusting; pinch of thyme; 1 cup Madeira wine; 1/4 cup butter

Servings: persons

6 chicken breasts, boned and split
6 tblsp butter
salt and pepper to taste
1 tblsp minced shallots
1/4 lb. Prosciutto ham or Rosemary ham, thinly sliced and slivered
1/4 lb. mushrooms, washed and thinly sliced
3/4 lb. chicken livers, each cut in quarters
flour for dusting
pinch of thyme
1 cup Madeira wine
1/4 cup butter

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1. Pound the chicken breasts between two pieces of waxed paper until about 1/3 inch thick.
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2. Melt the butter in two skillets and heat over a moderate heat until foamy. Add the chicken and saute both sides for a few minutes until the flesh turns opaque. Remove the chicken from pan, season lightly with salt and pepper and transfer to a warm plate.
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3. Increase heat to high, adding more butter to pans if necessary, and add the shallots, Prosciutto and mushrooms. Dust the chicken livers with flour and add to pan with salt, pepper and thyme. Saute until the chicken livers are nicely browned, shaking the pan to prevent sticking.
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4. Pour 1/2 cup Madeira into each pan and deglaze, scarping with a wooden spatula to dissolve congealed meat juices.
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5. Transfer the Prosciutto, mushrooms and chicken livers to the chicken platter with a slotted spoon.
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6. Combine the juices in one pan and boil until thick and syrupy - approximately 1/2 cup should remain. Swirl in the remaining butter and pour sauce over the chicken. Serve at once.

1608

kcal

Calories

144

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 chicken breasts, boned and split, 6 tblsp butter, salt and pepper to taste, 1 tblsp minced shallots, and more.

Yes, Chicken Aficionado 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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Chicken Aficionado

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