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Easy Chicken au Poivre

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This Easy Chicken au Poivre features tender chicken thighs enveloped in a luxurious peppercorn-infused sauce, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: French
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs The star of the dish, providing tenderness and flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Perfect for searing.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Adds richness to the sauce.
  • 1 piece Minced Shallot Brings sweetness and depth to the sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Whole Black Peppercorns Delivers signature peppery kick.
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme Enhances the flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Brandy or Cognac Adds complexity to the sauce.
  • 1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Serves as the sauce base.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Ensures a creamy texture.
  • to taste Chopped Parsley Leaves For garnish.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Rolling pin or heavy pan
  • Zip-top bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Crush the whole black peppercorns by placing them in a zip-top bag and crushing them coarsely with a rolling pin or heavy pan.
  2. Season the chicken thighs with salt and cracked black pepper on both sides and let sit for a few minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the seasoned chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter and add minced shallot, crushed peppercorns, and thyme, sauté until shallots are translucent.
  5. Pour in brandy or cognac to deglaze the skillet, scrape up browned bits, and simmer until alcohol smell dissipates.
  6. Add the chicken broth to the skillet and let it simmer until reduced by half.
  7. Stir in heavy cream, return chicken to sauce, and simmer until cooked through and sauce is thickened.
  8. Plate the chicken, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 39gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 690mgPotassium: 450mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor. Avoid overcrowding the pan while searing the chicken.

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