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Rosemary Chicken Recipe

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This Rosemary Chicken recipe features tender chicken cutlets cooked in a flavorful creamy rosemary and Dijon mustard sauce, perfect for a comforting and elegant meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 large chicken breasts (cut in half lengthwise, yielding 4 cutlets)
  • Flour (for dredging, about 1/2 cup)
  • Salt & pepper (to taste)

Cooking fats

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Sauce

  • 3 sprigs fresh rosemary (needles removed from stems)
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup heavy/whipping cream

Instructions

  1. Heat the fats: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat until melted and shimmering.
  2. Prepare chicken: Cut the chicken breasts lengthwise into four thinner cutlets. Season with salt and pepper, then dredge each piece lightly in flour to coat all sides.
  3. Fry chicken: Place the floured chicken cutlets in the hot skillet and fry for 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and partially cooked through. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
  4. Cook rosemary: Remove the rosemary needles from the stems and add them to the skillet. Cook for about 1 minute to infuse the oil with rosemary flavor.
  5. Make sauce: Add white wine, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard to the pan. Stir continuously until the sauce becomes smooth and slightly reduced.
  6. Add cream and chicken: Stir in the heavy cream, then return the chicken cutlets to the pan. Simmer over medium-low heat for 8 to 10 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook through and the sauce to thicken.
  7. Season and serve: Taste the sauce and season with additional salt and pepper as desired. Serve the chicken with the creamy rosemary sauce spooned over top.

Notes

  • Make sure to not overcrowd the skillet when frying the chicken to ensure even browning.
  • Using fresh rosemary is key to achieving the best flavor; dried rosemary may be too potent and less aromatic.
  • This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread to enjoy the creamy sauce.
  • For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or light cream, though the sauce will be less rich.
  • Allow the sauce to reduce carefully to prevent it from becoming too thin or too thick.

Keywords: Rosemary Chicken, Creamy Chicken, Dijon Mustard Sauce, Chicken Cutlets, Skillet Chicken, Easy Dinner Recipe

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