Chicken with Cherries

Elevate weeknight dinners with this elegant yet easy-to-make Chicken with Cherries recipe—a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors. Tender, golden-browned chicken breasts are paired with a luscious cherry sauce made from fresh, juicy cherries, dry white wine, and a hint of balsamic vinegar. Aromatic thyme and a touch of sugar enhance the cherry's natural tartness, creating a velvety glaze that beautifully coats the chicken. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe combines gourmet appeal with minimal effort, making it ideal for both busy weeknights and special occasions. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete and visually stunning meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 piece shallot, finely chopped
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 0.5 cup dry white wine
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate, tented with foil to keep warm.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the butter. Once melted, add the chopped shallot and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Pour the chicken broth and dry white wine into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes to reduce the liquid slightly.

Step 5

Stir in the balsamic vinegar, fresh thyme leaves, and granulated sugar. Add the fresh cherries to the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the cherries are softened and the sauce is slightly thickened.

Step 6

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the cherry sauce over them. Cook for 3-4 minutes to warm the chicken and let the flavors meld together.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 8

Serve the chicken with the cherry sauce spooned over the top. Pair with your favorite side dishes, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1472.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1871.5

Total Fat 65.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 624.5mg	0%
Sodium 3516.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g	0%
Total Sugars 51.4g
Protein 223.5g	0%

Vitamin D 9.2IU	0%
Calcium 167.6mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 2893.0mg	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: 33.5%

Protein: 51.1%

Carbs: 15.4%