Go Back
–+ servings
Chicken in White Wine Sauce

Creamy Chicken in White Wine Sauce for Cozy Nights

This Chicken in White Wine Sauce is elegant yet simple, perfect for a cozy dinner.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Chicken Thighs Can substitute with boneless chicken breasts
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with high-heat oil
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter Use salted butter sparingly if substituting
  • 1 medium Shallot Can substitute with red onion for bolder flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced preferred over powdered
  • 1 cup Dry White Wine Choose a drinkable wine like Sauvignon Blanc
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can use half-and-half for a lighter option
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Dried thyme can be used; adjust quantity
  • to taste Fresh Parsley For garnish; can substitute with chives
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Optional for brightness

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • tongs
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet; sear chicken thighs for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden.
  3. In the same skillet, add remaining butter and sauté shallots for 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and thyme, cooking until aromatic.
  4. Deglaze with white wine, scraping the skillet to release bits; let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add chicken broth and heavy cream to the skillet; bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Return seared chicken to the pan, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
  7. Taste the sauce; adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or lemon juice. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat gently. Not suitable for freezing due to cream.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!