Chicken Breasts with Brandied Cherry Chocolate Sauce

Transform your dinner table into a gourmet experience with this exquisite recipe for Chicken Breasts with Brandied Cherry Chocolate Sauce. Juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts are elevated by a rich and velvety sauce made with plump cherries, warming brandy, and a touch of bittersweet chocolate for a luxurious twist. The addition of honey and sautéed shallots lends a perfect balance of savory and sweet, while the optional flambé technique infuses the sauce with bold, complex flavors. Simple yet sophisticated, this dish is ideal for impressing guests or treating yourself to an indulgent meal. Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a stunning dinner that’s as delicious as it sounds.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 1 medium, minced Shallot
• 1 cup, pitted Fresh or frozen cherries
• 0.25 cup Brandy
• 0.5 cup Chicken stock
• 1 ounce, finely chopped Bittersweet chocolate
• 1 teaspoon Honey

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and keep warm.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced shallot and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until softened and fragrant.

Step 4

Add the cherries to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Carefully pour the brandy into the skillet. Using a long-handled lighter, ignite the brandy to flambé (optional but adds depth to the flavor). Allow the flames to subside naturally.

Step 6

Stir in the chicken stock and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the cherries to soften and the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the chopped bittersweet chocolate and honey until the chocolate has melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust sweetness with additional honey if desired. Add salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Cook for 2 minutes to warm the chicken and meld the flavors.

Step 10

Serve the chicken breasts topped with the brandied cherry chocolate sauce. Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1291.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2039.4

Total Fat 76.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 633.2mg	0%
Sodium 2951.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.4g	0%
Total Sugars 53.4g
Protein 227.0g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 162.9mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 2576.9mg	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: 36.7%

Protein: 48.6%

Carbs: 14.7%