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Herb Roasted Chicken in Creamy White Wine Sauce

Herb Roasted Chicken in Creamy White Wine Sauce for Comfort

Herb Roasted Chicken in Creamy White Wine Sauce is a comforting and elegant dish, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs bone-in, skin-on recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with vegetable oil
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs Rosemary and Thyme recommended
  • 1 cup Dry White Wine or chicken broth as a substitute
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half/coconut cream for lighter option

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare an oven-safe skillet or cast-iron pan.
  2. Pat dry the chicken thighs and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Flip the chicken and sear the other side for 1 minute.
  5. Reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic, rosemary, and thyme. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Pour in dry white wine and simmer for 5 minutes, then add heavy cream and simmer for 3 minutes.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet, ensure it is covered by the sauce, and roast uncovered for 20-25 minutes.
  8. Check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), then allow to rest before serving with sauce drizzled over.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use quality ingredients and marinate the chicken thighs for deeper flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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