I know I say, “Winner, winner, chicken dinner” fairly often. I can’t help myself, as much as I wish I could. But this one? WINNER, WINNER, CHICKEN DINNER. It’s SO good. How long it takes: 45 minutes Equipment you’ll need: large skillet Servings: 4 I mean, with bacon, leeks, mushrooms, white wine, cream, how can you go wrong? The sauce is so good, I could swim in it. Serve this chicken dinner to guests or as a weeknight dinner. It’s a classy dish without being snooty or hard to prepare. White wine chicken is the kind of chicken recipe that is a total crowd pleaser, whether it’s guests or your family. It’s a one pan dinner. Best part is, it’s all made in one skillet. I’ve really been focusing my attention on one pan meals lately because I know you all love them, and so do I. From one pot pasta recipes to sheet pan dinners, one pan meals are here to stay. And why not? Less dishes, less hassle, more time to socialize with your guests or to just enjoy a bit of breather. Go ahead and have a glass of wine (the bottle’s already open!).
More About Cooking With Wine
I love using wine when I cook because it adds such a sophisticated layer of flavor. It really kicks recipes up a notch. Most of the alcohol is cooked out but all the flavor remains. What kind of wine should I use? Any of your favorite dry white wines such as chardonnay, dry riesling, sauvignon blanc, or pinot grigio go well with creamy sauces and/or chicken dishes. Sweet white wines, such as moscato or sweet riesling, don’t go well with savory recipes so try to avoid those. If you like the idea of cooking with wine, be sure to try my chicken with creamy Dijon mustard sauce or classic chicken fricassee with a creamy lemon dill sauce. Another of my favorites (and it’s another one pan dinner) is creamy chicken and asparagus pasta.If you love the flavor of dry Marsala wine, try creamy chicken Marsala or Instant Pot chicken marsala. For beef fans, there’s slow cooker beef marsala stew. Looking for a similar recipe that doesn’t use wine? Try my cream of mushroom chicken or creamy chicken and mushrooms.
Tips For Success
Brown the chicken: To achieve that nice golden brown color, heat the oil until it’s shimmering and liquid. Place the chicken in the hot oil and allow the chicken to cook undisturbed for about 8 minutes. It should release easily from the pan once it’s browned. Use center cut bacon: This type of bacon is usually leaner than regular bacon and will render less grease. If all you have is regular bacon, remove the excess grease before browning the leeks and mushrooms. You should have about 1 tablespoon. Wash leeks thoroughly: Leeks tend to hide a lot of grit between the thin layers. Slice the leeks, then swish the pieces in a large bowl of water. Let the grit settle to the bottom, and repeat if necessary.
What to Pair with White Wine Chicken
Green Salad: Try kale salad with pomegranate and orange. A simple arugula salad with lemon basil dressing is perfect, too. Pasta: Serve the creamy chicken with a side of pasta. Try angel hair pasta with butter, olive oil, and a big handful of freshly chopped basil or parsley. Keep it simple, not only for your own sanity, but to really let this chicken recipe shine. Bread: Who doesn’t enjoy a slice of warm, crusty bread? Try Dutch oven no-knead bread or easy beer bread. Dessert: Still have room for dessert? Try blueberry crumb bars topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or chocolate lava cakes.
Storage & Reheating Tips
Refrigerate leftover chicken in a covered container for up to 3 days. To reheat, place in a skillet over medium low heat, cover, and gently warm it up. It doesn’t reheat well in the microwave because the creamy sauce tends to separate.
