French Chicken With Sherry-Nutmeg Sauce

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3
French Chicken With Sherry-Nutmeg Sauce - A Classic French Dish to Impress Your Guests
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Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 skinless chicken thighs
1 onion , minced
1 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons dry sherry
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 pinch cayenne pepper
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon parsley , minced
3/4 cup skim milk
2 tablespoons flour

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
361
Sugar
2g
Fat
16g
French Chicken With Sherry-Nutmeg Sauce is a classic French dish that is easy to make and will impress your guests. The chicken thighs are pan-seared to perfection and then coated in a creamy sherry-nutmeg sauce that is bursting with flavor. The sauce is made with chicken broth, skim milk, and a touch of flour to thicken it up. The nutmeg gives the sauce a warm, comforting flavor that pairs well with the slight tanginess of the sherry. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion when you want to impress your friends and family with a delicious and elegant dish.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet, cook the chicken over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
2.Remove the chicken from the skillet and keep it warm.
3.In the same skillet, cook the onion until softened.
4.Add the chicken broth, sherry, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper, and stir to combine.
5.In a small bowl, whisk together the skim milk and flour.
6.Pour the milk mixture into the skillet and stir to combine with the sauce.
7.Increase heat to medium-high, and cook for about 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens, stirring constantly.
8.Pour the sauce over the chicken and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.

PROS

Juicy, tender chicken thighs with a rich and flavorful sauce that’s easy to make.

CONS

Chicken thighs are not as lean as white meat, which makes them slightly higher in calories and fat.

The sauce contains sherry, which is an alcoholic beverage, and may not be suitable for everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is an excellent source of protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscles and tissues.
The nutmeg in this recipe has been known to aid in digestion, improve brain function, and reduce inflammation.

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