Chicken Ala Vineyard

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A sophisticated skillet dish featuring tender chicken and sweet red grapes in a tangy herb sauce
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This elegant Chicken Ala Vineyard transforms simple chicken breasts into a restaurant-quality meal with minimal effort. The chicken is coated in a fragrant blend of tarragon, basil, and paprika, then pan-seared to golden perfection. The standout feature is the addition of halved seedless red grapes, which burst with sweetness during the final minutes of cooking, balancing the tangy kick from white wine vinegar and lemon juice. The resulting sauce is light yet flavorful, clinging to the tender meat. It’s an ideal choice for a special weeknight dinner or a light summer supper, offering a delightful contrast of savory herbs and fruity sweetness that feels both comforting and refined.

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Chicken Ala Vineyard

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 165.0

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This elegant Chicken Ala Vineyard transforms simple chicken breasts into a restaurant-quality meal with minimal effort. The chicken is coated in a fragrant blend of tarragon, basil, and paprika, then pan-seared to golden perfection. The standout feature is the addition of halved seedless red grapes, which burst with sweetness during the final minutes of cooking, balancing the tangy kick from white wine vinegar and lemon juice. The resulting sauce is light yet flavorful, clinging to the tender meat. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal choice for a special weeknight dinner or a light summer supper, offering a delightful contrast of savory herbs and fruity sweetness that feels both comforting and refined.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cut each chicken breast in half lengthwise to create thinner strips, ensuring they are boned and skinned.
  2. In a shallow dish, blend together salt, dried basil, dried tarragon, paprika, white pepper, and flour.
  3. Toss the chicken strips in the seasoned flour mixture, coating them evenly, and set aside any excess flour.
  4. Heat olive oil or vegetable oil in a large skillet over moderately high heat.
  5. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown on one side, then turn and brown the other side.
  6. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sprinkle the reserved seasoned flour over the chicken.
  7. Pour in the chicken broth, white wine vinegar, and lemon juice; cover the skillet and cook for 5 minutes.
  8. Add the halved seedless red grapes to the skillet and cook uncovered for 5 more minutes, just until the chicken is tender and grapes are plump.
  9. Transfer the chicken and grapes to a heated serving platter.
  10. Boil the remaining pan liquid for 1 minute to slightly reduce and thicken, then pour over the chicken.
  11. Sprinkle with finely chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 165.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.6g6%
Saturated Fat 1.0g5%
Cholesterol 85.0mg29%
Sodium 74.0mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 31.0g62%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, grapes, tarragon, basil, skillet, dinner, easy, fruity, herbs, pan-seared, vinegar, lemon, garlic, main course, quick meal, red grapes, chicken breast, vineyard style, protein, summer dinner
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