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Dorothy Thomas

Fancy Pants Chicken Recipe

A decadent, flavorful chicken dish with a creamy sauce, crispy skin, and aromatic herbs—perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a gourmet meal at home!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, French-Inspired
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces Boneless, skin-on chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp Salt (divided)
  • 1 tsp Black pepper (divided)
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 3 tbsp Butter (divided)
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 small Shallot (finely diced)
  • 1/2 cup Dry white wine (or chicken broth)
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp Fresh thyme (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1/4 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Equipment

  • Large oven-safe skillet
  • Tongs
  • Meat thermometer
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups/spoons

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with ½ tsp salt & ½ tsp black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Place chicken skin-side down and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden and crispy. Flip and cook for 2 more minutes. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add remaining butter, garlic, and shallot. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Pour in white wine (or broth) and simmer for 3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  6. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, thyme, remaining salt & pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet, skin-side up, and spoon sauce over it.
  8. Transfer skillet to a preheated oven (375°F/190°C) and bake for 12-15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
  9. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with mashed potatoes, pasta, or crusty bread.

Notes

✅ For Extra Crispy Skin: Pat chicken very dry before seasoning.
✅ Wine Substitute: Use chicken broth with a splash of lemon juice.
✅ Make Ahead: Sauce can be prepared in advance and reheated.