Chicken In The Orchard Recipe

Experience a taste of culinary history with this timeless recipe, originally featured in McCall's cookbook! Juicy chicken breasts meet the sweet tang of apples in a fragrant, creamy sauce. This dish is incredibly easy to make, ready in under 30 minutes, and perfect for a romantic dinner or a weeknight treat. Get ready to be amazed by this classic combination!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 16 mins
Calories 594.5 kcal
Protein 51g
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Ingredients for Chicken In The Orchard

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How to Make Chicken In The Orchard

  1. Wash and pat 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
  2. Trim excess fat from chicken breasts with kitchen scissors.
  3. Pare, core, and quarter 2 large apples (such as Honeycrisp or Gala).
  4. In a large, heavy skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
  5. Add 1/2 cup finely chopped shallots and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil. Cook until shallots are translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Add half of the chicken breasts to the skillet. Sauté for 7-8 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  7. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  8. Add 2 more tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Add the remaining chicken breasts and sauté for another 7-8 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  9. Return all chicken breasts to the skillet.
  10. Add the quartered apples to the skillet. Cook gently, uncovered, and stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
  11. Add 1/4 cup dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc). Cook for 2 minutes.
  12. Add another 1/4 cup white wine and cook for another 2 minutes.
  13. Add the remaining 1/4 cup white wine, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg.
  14. Continue cooking until the apples are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  15. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon cognac (optional), and 2 large egg yolks.
  16. Pour the cream mixture over the chicken and apples in the skillet.
  17. Cook gently for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has slightly thickened.
  18. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

43 g

Sugar

45g

Fat

114g

Carbs

6g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chicken In The Orchard?

Chicken In The Orchard takes about 31 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 16 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chicken In The Orchard?

Chicken In The Orchard has approximately 594.5 calories per serving, with about 51 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 66 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chicken In The Orchard?

The key ingredients for Chicken In The Orchard are Chicken Breasts, Mcintosh Apples, Butter, Shallots, Dried Basil, Dry White Wine. See the full list with measurements above.

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