Chicken Breasts In Sweet Red Pepper Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken Breasts In Sweet Red Pepper Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 whole boned, unskinned chicken breasts; Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste; 6 tablespoons olive oil; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/2 cup shallots, minced; 1 cup dry white wine; 2 cups chicken broth or stock; 2 cups heavy cream; 4 sweet red bell peppers, pureed (see recipe); 1/2 cup chopped, mixed fresh herbs (chives, chervil and parsley)

Servings: persons

1
Cut chicken breasts in half, and thoroughly wash and dry.
2
Season with salt and pepper.
3
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
4
Meanwhile, heat olive oil over moderately high heat.
5
Add breasts and saute 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until golden.
6
Bake in preheated oven 5 to 7 minutes, basting once.
7
Skin should be crisp and springy to touch.
8
Remove from pan and keep warm.
9
Discard remaining oil in pan.
10
Add butter and saute shallots until soft but not brown.
11
Pour white wine into pan and bring to simmer.
12
Stir, scraping bottom and sides, until liquid is reduced to about Y cup.
13
Add chicken stock and reduce liquid to approximately 1 cup, scraping brown bits from pan.
14
Add heavy cream and simmer until liquid thickens, being careful not to let it boil over.
15
Add pureed peppers and stir until heated through.
16
Place a quarter of the mixture on each of four plates.
17
Put two breast halves on top of each; sprinkle with mixed herbs.

1104

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 whole boned, unskinned chicken breasts, Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste, 6 tablespoons olive oil, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Chicken Breasts In Sweet Red Pepper Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Breasts In Sweet Red Pepper Sauce

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