Chicken Cherries Flambe Recipe

Name: Chicken Cherries Flambe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons margarine, divided; 1/4 cup slivered almonds (optional); 1/4 cup scallion, sliced; 3 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 8 bone-in chicken breast halves; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 16 ounces pitted dark sweet cherries, drained, liquid reserved; 1/4 teaspoon grated orange peel; 1 tablespoon cornstarch, dissolved in 2 tablespoons cold water; 1/4 cup brandy

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons margarine, divided
1/4 cup slivered almonds (optional)
1/4 cup scallion, sliced
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
8 bone-in chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
16 ounces pitted dark sweet cherries, drained, liquid reserved
1/4 teaspoon grated orange peel
1 tablespoon cornstarch, dissolved in 2 tablespoons cold water
1/4 cup brandy

1
Melt 2 tablespoons of the margarine in a medium-size frying pan. Add almonds and scallions and cook about 3 minutes, until scallions are soft and nuts are lightly browned. Remove to a small bowl; add cream cheese, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper; mix until well blended.
2
Slit a pocket in each chicken breast. Stuff each with a portion of cream cheese mixture and secure with wooden toothpicks. Season with additional salt and pepper.
3
In a large frying pan, heat remaining 2 tablespoons margarine in the oil. Brown chicken on all sides over medium-high heat, about 8 minutes. Add cherries with juice and orange peel to chicken and cook, covered, for 10-15 minutes, until cooked through. Arrange chicken and cherries on a serving dish and cover with foil to keep warm.
4
Bring liquid in pan to a boil and boil until reduced to about 2/3 cup. Stir dissolved cornstarch into juices in pan. Cook, stirring constantly, until sauce boils and thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Pour half the sauce over chicken.
5
Warm brandy in a large ladle or small saucepan, but do not boil. Ignite carefully and pour flaming brandy over chicken. Pass remaining cherry sauce separately.

535

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons margarine, divided, 1/4 cup slivered almonds (optional), 1/4 cup scallion, sliced, 3 ounces cream cheese, softened, and more.

Yes, Chicken Cherries Flambe 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 Cherries Flambe

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