How to Make Port And Mushroom Sauce Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken is a versatile protein that can be used in a wide variety of dishes, from simple weeknight dinners to elegant dinner party entrees. One delicious way to prepare chicken is by using a flavorful and rich sauce, such as a port and mushroom sauce. This combination of ingredients creates a decadent sauce that perfectly complements the tender and juicy chicken.

The deep, complex flavors of port wine and earthy mushrooms come together to create a sauce that is both savory and slight...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 3 tablespoons whole wheat flour
  • 2 tablespoons minced shallots
  • ½ cup white wine
  • ½ cup chicken stock
  • 8 fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 sprig fresh tarragon
  • 3 ½ tablespoons port wine
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • In a deep skillet, heat oil on high. Coat chicken with flour, add to skillet, reduce heat and cook on low for 10 minutes (or until cooked through). Remove chicken breasts to a platter and keep warm.
  • To the same skillet, add the shallots, saute for 1 minute, then add wine and heat until reduced by half. Add stock and heat for 5 minutes until sauce thickens.
  • Meanwhile, in a small pan, saute mushrooms in a little oil. Add tarragon to mushrooms, then add both to the chicken and wine sauce. Cook all for 7 minutes, stir in port and cook for 5 more minutes.
  • Arrange the chicken on a platter and spoon sauce over it. Garnish with parsley and extra thyme sprigs. Serve.
  • Nutrition

    229 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 69mg
    • Sodium: 162mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 25mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 498mg