Flambéed Chicken With Asparagus

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Flambéed Chicken With Asparagus
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon seasoned flour
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 ounce butter
4 shallots , finely chopped
4 tablespoons brandy or 4 tablespoons cognac
1 1/4 cups chicken broth
16 asparagus spears , halved
4 tablespoons heavy cream
1 tablespoon chopped tarragon

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
542
Sugar
2g
Fat
34g
The flambéed chicken with asparagus is a sophisticated and succulent dish, perfect to impress your guests at a dinner party. The juicy chicken and fresh asparagus offer a perfect complement to each other while the flambéed brandy sauce adds an exciting touch to the dish. Asparagus is a superfood with many health benefits, while chicken is an excellent source of protein. This meal provides a balanced mix of nutrients that are essential to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Make it for a special occasion or to treat yourself to an upscale dinner at home.

Instructions

1.Dust chicken with seasoned flour. Heat olive oil in a large frying pan, add the chicken.
2.Cook chicken over medium-high heat for 4 minutes on each side until brown and almost cooked.
3.Add the butter, shallots and sauté for 2 minutes.
4.Remove the pan from heat and pour in the brandy. Ignite with a lighter and swirl the sauce until the flames die out.
5.Return to heat and add chicken broth.
6.Add asparagus and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
7.Remove the chicken and asparagus, leaving the sauce in the pan.
8.Add the heavy cream and tarragon, stir until well combined.
9.Reduce over high heat until the sauce thickens. Serve the sauce over the chicken and asparagus. Enjoy!

PROS

This dish is packed with protein and essential nutrients from the chicken and asparagus.
The flambé technique adds a unique and impressive touch to your meal.

CONS

This dish requires handling and cooking alcohol over high heat, so precautions must be taken.
The heavy cream adds extra calories to the dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken breasts are high in protein and low in fat, which can contribute to weight loss and muscle growth. Asparagus are low in calories and high in fiber, vitamins and antioxidants. Tarragon may have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

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