The natural sweetness and creamy texture of premium chestnuts pair beautifully with savory herbs and tender chicken; comforting, elegant and perfect for seasonal cooking.
Serves: 2–3
Time: ~30 minutes
Ingredients
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced or pounded evenly)
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1 cup cooked chestnuts, peeled and roughly chopped
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2 tbsp olive oil or butter
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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½ small onion or 1 shallot, finely chopped
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½ cup chicken broth
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½ cup heavy cream
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1 tsp fresh thyme (or rosemary)
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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Optional: a small splash of white wine
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Optional garnish: fresh parsley or thyme
Instructions
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Season & sear the chicken
Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken on both sides until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside. -
Build the flavor base
In the same pan, add onion (or shallot) and sauté until soft. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. -
Add chestnuts
Stir in the chopped chestnuts and lightly toast them in the pan for 1–2 minutes to bring out their natural sweetness. -
Create the creamy sauce
Deglaze with a splash of white wine (optional). Add chicken broth and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes. Pour in the heavy cream, add thyme, and season to taste. -
Bring it all together
Return the chicken to the pan and let everything simmer gently for 5 minutes, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken beautifully. -
Serve & enjoy
Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm. Perfect with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.
