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Chicken in a Rich Red Wine Sauce

Quick Chicken in a Rich Red Wine Sauce for Cozy Dinners

Chicken in a Rich Red Wine Sauce brings rustic charm to your weeknight meals with rich, tender chicken enveloped in a savory sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces skin-on chicken for extra richness
  • 1/4 cup flour use almond flour for gluten-free
For the Sauce
  • 4 strips bacon provides smoky depth
  • 1 cup dry red wine such as Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot
  • 1 cup chicken stock homemade is best
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste optional for a lighter sauce
For the Vegetables
  • 8 ounces mushrooms cremini or button
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for searing
  • 2 tablespoons parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Frying pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken pieces generously with salt and pepper, then cut each piece into three even slices. Coat the chicken in flour.
  2. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken slices for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. In the same pan, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until lightly crisp. Add mushrooms, carrots, garlic, and onion, sautéing until fragrant.
  4. Stir in tomato paste and let it cook for a minute. Add dry red wine and simmer, scraping up browned bits for flavor.
  5. Add chicken stock and return the chicken to the mixture. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 12-15 minutes.
  6. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
  7. Serve alongside mashed potatoes or warm crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 32gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure the chicken is properly seared and the sauce simmers uncovered for best results.

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