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Chicken Madeira

Chicken Madeira
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Chicken Madeira is a rich and indulgent dish featuring tender, seared chicken cooked in a luscious Madeira wine sauce with earthy mushrooms, garlic, and shallots. Ready in under 30 minutes, it combines gourmet flavors with quick preparation, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special dinners at home.

Ingredients

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Proteins

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 8 oz cremini or white button mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 shallots, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (or thyme)

Liquids and Fats

  • 1 cup Madeira wine
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Seasonings and Optional

  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Season the Chicken: Pat chicken dry with paper towels to ensure a golden sear. Season generously with salt and pepper on both sides to enhance flavor.
  2. Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken breasts or thighs and cook until golden brown on each side, about 4-5 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove chicken and set aside; it will finish cooking in the sauce.
  3. Cook Aromatics and Mushrooms: In the same pan, add minced garlic and chopped shallots. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and translucent. Add sliced mushrooms, stirring often until moisture releases and mushrooms become golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Deglaze with Madeira Wine: Pour in Madeira wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits from the bottom. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced, concentrating the sauce’s flavor.
  5. Add Broth and Simmer: Stir in chicken broth and reduce heat to medium. Return chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over the top, and cover. Let simmer gently for 8-10 minutes so the chicken finishes cooking and absorbs the sauce flavors.
  6. Finish the Sauce: Remove chicken once internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let the sauce simmer uncovered to thicken slightly. Stir in fresh parsley and Parmesan if using. Pour sauce over chicken when serving.

Notes

  • Make sure the pan is hot before adding chicken for a crispy, golden crust.
  • Use good-quality Madeira wine to achieve the signature flavor.
  • Slice mushrooms evenly to ensure even cooking and avoid mushiness.
  • Let cooked chicken rest briefly before serving to seal in juices.
  • If sauce is too thin, simmer longer or stir in a slurry of cornstarch and water to thicken.

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