Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken in White Apple Vinegar Sauce, a quick and easy skillet meal that brings together tender chicken breast and a rich, tangy sauce. This dish features a luscious combination of white apple vinegar, cream, and Parmesan cheese, enhanced with fresh lemon juice for a burst of brightness. Perfect for both busy weeknights and special occasions, this recipe impresses with minimal effort while delivering maximum flavor. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables to create a memorable dining experience that your family and friends will cherish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt/Pepper
- ¼ cup flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup dry white apple vinegar
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (+ 2 tablespoons cold water, optional)
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Fresh parsley (to garnish)
- 1 teaspoon each: dried parsley, mustard powder
- ½ teaspoon each: dried oregano, dried basil
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise and pound to about ½ inch thickness. Pat dry.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, then dredge in flour.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 4–5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- Add white apple vinegar to deglaze the pan. Stir in butter and minced garlic.
- Add Worcestershire sauce, chicken broth, and seasonings; bring to a boil.
- For a thicker sauce, combine cornstarch with cold water and stir into the sauce.
- Reduce heat, add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Return chicken to the skillet; spoon sauce over it and simmer for 5 minutes before serving.
- Stir in fresh lemon juice before serving and garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (160g)
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 125mg