Chicken and Red Wine Sauce

Elevate your next dinner with this elegant yet approachable Chicken and Red Wine Sauce recipe, a delightful fusion of tender seared chicken and a rich, velvety sauce. Featuring perfectly golden boneless chicken breasts enveloped in a flavorful reduction of dry red wine, chicken broth, fragrant fresh thyme, and a hint of tomato paste, this dish is a masterclass in French-inspired cooking made simple. Finely chopped shallots and minced garlic lend aromatic depth, while a final garnish of fresh parsley adds a bright, herbaceous touch. Ready in just 45 minutes with minimal prep, this savory dish is perfect for cozy date nights or dinner parties. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the luxurious sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 medium (finely chopped) Shallots
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 cup Red wine (dry)
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Lightly coat the chicken breasts in all-purpose flour, shaking off the excess.

Step 3

Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet.

Step 6

Add the chopped shallots and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 7

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 8

Pour in the red wine and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.

Step 9

Add the chicken broth, fresh thyme, and tomato paste. Stir to combine.

Step 10

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, ensuring they are partially submerged in the sauce.

Step 11

Simmer over low heat for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.

Step 12

Remove the chicken from the skillet and discard the thyme sprigs.

Step 13

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

Step 14

Serve the chicken with the red wine sauce spooned over the top and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1369.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1970.4

Total Fat 77.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 653.6mg	0%
Sodium 3473.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 41.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.1g	0%
Total Sugars 10.6g
Protein 224.9g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 207.9mg	0%
Iron 11.6mg	0%
Potassium 2879.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.6%

Protein: 51.0%

Carbs: 9.3%