Garlic Wine Chicken
This dish features golden-seared chicken simmered in a savory sauce of garlic, white wine, and herbs. Elegant yet simple, it is quick to prepare and pairs perfectly with rice, pasta, or crusty bread. Garlic wine chicken remains a timeless favourite for both casual family dinners and special gatherings.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or fresh herbs)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Add butter and garlic to the same skillet, cooking until fragrant.
- Pour in wine and chicken broth, scraping up browned bits.
- Add thyme, then return chicken to the skillet.
- Simmer until chicken is cooked through and sauce is slightly reduced.
- Serve hot with rice, pasta, or bread.
Notes
- Use dry white wine for the best flavour.
- Fresh garlic enhances the sauce’s aroma.
- Simmer gently to keep chicken tender.
- Add mushrooms for extra richness.
- Garnish with parsley for freshness.