Chicken Breasts And Garlic Balsamic Vinegar Recipe

Name: Chicken Breasts And Garlic Balsamic Vinegar
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, about 1 1/2 pounds; 3/4 pound small to medium-size mushrooms; 2 tablespoons flour; Salt to taste if desired; Freshly ground pepper to taste; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 6 cloves garlic, peeled; 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 3/4 cup fresh or canned chicken broth; 1 bay leaf; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 tablespoon butter

Servings: persons

4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, about 1 1/2 pounds
3/4 pound small to medium-size mushrooms
2 tablespoons flour
Salt to taste if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste
3 tablespoons olive oil
6 cloves garlic, peeled
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3/4 cup fresh or canned chicken broth
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon butter

1
Split each chicken breast lengthwise in half.
2
Cut away and discard any thin membranes that may remain on the flesh.
3
Rinse the mushrooms; drain and pat dry.
4
Season the flour with salt and pepper and dredge the chicken breast halves in the mixture.
5
Shake off excess flour.
6
Heat the oil in a heavy skillet and cook the chicken breasts until nicely browned on one side, about 3 minutes over moderately high heat.
7
Add the garlic cloves.
8
Turn the chicken pieces and scatter the mushrooms over all.
9
Continue cooking, shaking the skillet and redistributing the mushrooms so that they cook evenly.
10
Cook about 3 minutes and add the balsamic vinegar and broth.
11
Add the bay leaf and thyme.
12
Cover closely and cook over moderately low heat 10 minutes.
13
Turn the pieces occasionally as they cook.
14
Transfer the pieces to a warm serving platter and cover with foil.
15
Let the sauce with the mushrooms cook, uncovered, over moderately high heat about 7 minutes.
16
Swirl in the butter.
17
Remove and discard the bay leaf.
18
Pour the mushrooms in sauce over the chicken and serve.

420

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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.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, about 1 1/2 pounds, 3/4 pound small to medium-size mushrooms, 2 tablespoons flour, Salt to taste if desired, and more.

Yes, Chicken Breasts And Garlic Balsamic Vinegar 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 Breasts And Garlic Balsamic Vinegar

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