Chicken in the Orchard Recipe

Name: Chicken in the Orchard
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 chicken breasts, halved (about 2 1/2 lbs.); 3 mcintosh apples (about 1 1/2 lbs.); 3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine; 2 shallots or 1 small onion, coarsely chopped; ½ teaspoon dried basil; ¾ cup dry white wine; 1 ½ teaspoons salt; ⅛ teaspoon cracked black pepper; ¼ teaspoon nutmeg; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 teaspoon flour; 2 tablespoons cognac or 2 tablespoons brandy; 2 egg yolks

Servings: persons

3 chicken breasts, halved (about 2 1/2 lbs.)
3 mcintosh apples (about 1 1/2 lbs.)
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
2 shallots or 1 small onion, coarsely chopped
½ teaspoon dried basil
¾ cup dry white wine
1 ½ teaspoons salt
⅛ teaspoon cracked black pepper
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon flour
2 tablespoons cognac or 2 tablespoons brandy
2 egg yolks

1
Wash chicken; dry on paper towels.
2
Trim fat with scissors, if necessary.
3
Pare, core, and quarter apples.
4
In a large, heavy skillet, heat 2 tablespoons butter; add shallot and basil.
5
Cook shallot until slightly transparent; add half of chicken breasts; saute over med.
6
heat until golden-about 15 minutes.
7
Remove chicken from skillet.
8
Add the remaining tablespoons butter and remaining chicken; saute until golden--15 minute.
9
Return all chicken to skillet; add apple.
10
Cook gently, uncovered and stirring occasionally, 5 minute Add 1/4 Cup of wine, cook several min; add another 1/4 Cup wine; cook several minute longer.
11
Add remaining wine, the salt, pepper, and nutmeg; continue cooking until apple is tender.
12
Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine cream, flour, Cognac, and egg yolks; mix well.
13
Pour over chicken.
14
Cook gently 5 more min., or until sauce is slightly thickened.
15
Serve at once.

540

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 chicken breasts, halved (about 2 1/2 lbs.), 3 mcintosh apples (about 1 1/2 lbs.), 3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine, 2 shallots or 1 small onion, coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken in the Orchard 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.

Chicken in the Orchard

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