Best 14 Chicken Breast With Basil Wine Sauce Recipes

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Chicken breast with basil wine sauce is a classic dish that combines the flavors of tender chicken, aromatic basil, and a rich, flavorful wine sauce. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal and can be easily prepared using simple ingredients. Chicken breast is a lean and healthy protein that pairs well with the bold flavors of the basil wine sauce. The sauce is made with a combination of white wine, chicken broth, fresh basil, and a touch of cream, creating a velvety and flavorful base for the chicken. Served over pasta, rice, or a bed of vegetables, this dish promises to satisfy your taste buds and leave you craving more.

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TOMATO BASIL CHICKEN IN WHITE WINE SAUCE



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A great recipe for Tomato Basil Chicken in White Wine Sauce. Juicy chicken breast topped with goat cheese (or cream cheese), tomatoes and fresh basil in a butter white wine sauce. So good!

Provided by Valentina's Corner

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts, about 3 breasts
1½ tsp salt, or to taste
¼ tsp ground black pepper, or to taste
¼ tsp ground paprika
4 garlic cloves, sliced
3 tsp olive oil
4 oz goat cheese or cream cheese
3 campiri tomatoes, or 1 large tomato
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
4 Tbsp unsalted butter
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 Tbsp white wine
dash of salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cut each chicken breast in half. Cover breast with plastic wrap and lightly beat with a meat mallet.
  • In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper and paprika. Season both sides of the chicken breast.
  • Heat 2 tsp oil in a large skillet, once hot, add the chicken breast halves.
  • Sear on high heat for about 4 - 6 minutes, flipping chicken until golden in color. Turn heat down to medium/low, add the sliced garlic and 1 tsp of oil. Cook another 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, slice the onion, chop basil, slice tomatoe(s), and mince garlic.
  • Divide the goat cheese (or cream cheese) into 6 parts. Lightly wet hands and flatten the cheese to about the size of the chicken breasts.
  • Prepare the wine sauce: In a medium skillet, add the butter and sliced onion. Sautee on medium heat about 2 minutes. Remove onion and discard.
  • Add flour and whisk quickly.
  • Add chicken broth, lemon juice, minced garlic and wine. Turn heat down to low and simmer 1 - 2 minute, until sauce thickens.
  • Add the chicken to the wine sauce and coat the chicken with the sauce.
  • Add goat cheese (or cream cheese) over the chicken. Add tomatoes. Add fresh basil. Pour wine sauce over everything. Cover skillet until ready to be served.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 101 mg, Sodium 929 mg, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

DUMP-AND-BAKE BASIL CHICKEN BREASTS



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Serve a 5-minute delicious, easy, and healthy dinner with these Dump-and-Bake Basil Chicken Breasts!

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup dry white wine ((or chicken broth))
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup Dijon mustard
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper
1 ½ - 2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts*
Optional garnish: additional chopped fresh basil or parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Spray an 11 x 7-inch baking dish (or any similar size that accommodates your chicken in a single layer) with cooking spray and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together wine, olive oil, Dijon mustard, basil, garlic, honey, Italian seasoning, and salt.
  • Season chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. Place chicken in the prepared baking dish.
  • Pour sauce over the chicken and toss to make sure that each piece of chicken is well coated.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 30-40 minutes, or until meat thermometer reads 165 degrees F. Baste with pan sauce periodically while the chicken is cooking.
  • Be sure to spoon plenty of the sauce over the chicken before serving! Garnish with additional fresh herbs, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 6 ounces of chicken and 2 tablespoons of sauce, Calories 250 kcal, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Protein 39 g, Fat 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Sodium 312 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

CHICKEN BREASTS STUFFED WITH GOAT CHEESE AND BASIL



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Provided by Deborah Bernstein

Categories     Chicken     Mushroom     Bake     Goat Cheese     Basil     White Wine     Bon Appétit     New York

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

Chicken
4 boneless chicken breast halves, skinned
1/2 cup fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet) (about 4 ounces)
2 green onions, thinly sliced
3 basil leaves, shredded or 1 teaspoon dried, crumbled
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 egg, beaten to blend
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter melted
Mushroom-Wine Sauce
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1/2 pound mushrooms, sliced
1/4 cup dry white wine
2/3 cup chicken stock or canned low-salt broth
4 tablespoons chilled unsalted butter (1/2 stick), cut into 4 pieces
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • For chicken:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Pound chicken between sheets of waxed paper to thickness of 1/4 inch using meat mallet. Pat chicken dry. Combine cheese, green onions and basil in small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Spread cheese mixture lengthwise over half of each chicken piece. Tuck short ends in. Roll chicken up, starting at one long side, into tight cylinders. Tie ends with string to secure. Dip chicken in egg, allowing excess to drip into bowl. Roll in breadcrumbs, shaking off excess. (Can be prepared 4 hours ahead. Refrigerate.)
  • Place chicken in 8-inch square baking dish. Pour 2 tablespoons melted butter over. Bake until cooked through, about 20 minutes.
  • For sauce:
  • Meanwhile, melt 1/4 cup butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and sauté until tender, about 8 minutes. Add wine and boil 3 minutes. Add stock and boil until liquid is reduced by half, about 6 minutes. Remove from heat and swirl in 4 tablespoons cold butter 1 piece at a time. Season sauce with salt and freshly ground pepper. Remove string from chicken. Cut rolls crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick rounds. Fan on plates. Serve immediately, passing sauce separately.

CHICKEN WITH LEMON-BASIL SAUCE



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An easy Chicken with Lemon-Basil Sauce recipe

Categories     Chicken     Poultry     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Low/No Sugar     Lemon     Basil

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons olive oil
4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1 teaspoon (packed) grated lemon peel
1 cup canned low-salt chicken broth
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken to skillet and sauté until brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes Per side. Transfer chicken to platter; tent with foil.
  • Add lemon juice, garlic and lemon peel to same skillet. Stir over medium-high heat until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add chicken broth; boil until reduced to sauce consistency, about 8 minutes. Mix basil into sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon sauce over chicken and serve.

CHICKEN WITH WHITE WINE AND HERB SAUCE



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This chicken with white wine and herb sauce is a delicious dish sure to please the whole family, and goes wonderfully with Roasted Barley Pilaf and Sauteed Spring Vegetables.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 whole (3- to 4-pound) chicken, cut into 8 pieces
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
2 tablespoons very finely chopped garlic
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 1/2 cups homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock or broth
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and place in skillet, skin-side down. Cook until skin golden brown and crisp, 4 to 5 minutes. Turn chicken and transfer skillet to oven. Cook until chicken is cooked through, 35 to 40 minutes. Transfer chicken pieces to a platter and set aside.
  • Place skillet over medium heat; add shallots and garlic. Cook, stirring, until softened, about 30 seconds. Add wine and stir to combine. Cook until liquid is reduced to about 2 tablespoons, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add chicken stock and cook until thickened, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in chives, parsley, basil, and butter; season with salt and pepper. Return chicken to skillet. Using a spoon, coat chicken pieces with sauce. Serve immediately.

CHICKEN WITH BASIL AND LIME



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The lime-and-soy-marinated chicken is delicious added to the coconut-curry soup, but it can also be served on its own. (Double the recipe if you want each person to have a full serving of chicken.)

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 2 to 3 limes)
1 tablespoon safflower or peanut oil
2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
1 large shallot, thinly sliced into rings
Coarse salt
2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 8 ounces each), pounded to an even thickness (about 3/4 inch)
1 cup basil leaves

Steps:

  • Stir together 1 tablespoon lime juice, oil, soy sauce, sugar, shallot, and 3/4 teaspoon salt in an 8-inch square baking dish. Add chicken; toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Heat broiler. Arrange chicken on top of shallot in dish. Broil 8 inches from heat source until lightly browned, about 7 minutes. Flip chicken, arranging shallots around sides. Broil until chicken is cooked through, 6 to 7 minutes more. Let stand for 5 minutes. Slice chicken crosswise. Reserve pan juices.
  • Transfer chicken and reserved pan juices to a bowl. Toss with basil and remaining tablespoon lime juice.

LEMON BASIL CHICKEN



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Fabulous lemon basil chicken dish that is always a crowd pleaser! Quick and easy, this recipe never fails. Serve plain or over rice.

Provided by Lillian's Kitchen

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 chicken breast halves, boned and skinned
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup chicken stock
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon lemon zest

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts on a cutting board. Flatten slightly using the smooth side of a meat mallet. Dust both sides lightly with flour.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until bubbling. Saute chicken breasts until lightly browned, about 3 minutes per side. Add chicken stock, lemon juice, basil, and lemon zest. Cover and simmer until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken to a warm platter. Cover loosely to keep warm. Boil remaining liquid over high heat, uncovered, until reduced to 1/2 cup. Spoon sauce over chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.9 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Cholesterol 77.6 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 381.9 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

CHICKEN AND RED WINE SAUCE



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A simple red wine sauce with brown sugar, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper makes this dish simply yummy! Braised chicken breasts, brazenly good taste.

Provided by Robin

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Skillet

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon paprika
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup red wine
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Cook garlic in oil until tender. Place chicken in the skillet, and cook about 10 minutes on each side, until no longer pink and juices run clear.
  • Drain oil from skillet. Sprinkle chicken with paprika and 1 cup brown sugar. Pour red wine around chicken. Cover, and simmer about 15 to 20 minutes; lightly baste chicken with wine sauce while cooking. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 58.6 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 248 mg, Sugar 18 g

TOMATO, BASIL & MOZZARELLA CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



Tomato, Basil & Mozzarella Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, fresh mozzarella cheese, tomato, fresh basil leaf, dark balsamic vinegar, honey

Provided by Crystal Hatch

Categories     Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
olive oil, to taste
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
garlic powder, to taste
oregano, to taste
1 ball fresh mozzarella cheese
1 tomato, medium
5 leaves fresh basil leaf
1 cup dark balsamic vinegar, inexpensive
⅓ cup honey

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • On a parchment-lined baking sheet, season both sides of the chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oregano.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, or until cooked through and juices run clear.
  • While the chicken is in the oven, combine the balsamic vinegar and honey in a sauce pot and simmer, stirring occasionally.
  • NOTE: It should take about 20 minutes for the mixture to reduce.
  • Once the glaze has reached your desired thickness, remove it from the heat and set aside.
  • Remove the chicken from the oven and top with slices of mozzarella and tomato.
  • Broil for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melty and the tomatoes are slightly charred.
  • While the chicken is broiling, you can chiffonade (cut into thin strips) the basil.
  • Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the chicken and top with basil.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 883 calories, Carbohydrate 81 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 61 grams, Sugar 77 grams

CHICKEN BREAST WITH BASIL WINE SAUCE



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A Suzanne Gibbs recipe. A simple sauce for grilled chicken. Was suggested it be served with potatoes and steamed zucchini

Provided by Jubes

Categories     Chicken

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 chicken breast fillets
30 g unsalted butter
2 green onions, chopped (shallots)
1 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup light cream
1/2 cup shredded basil

Steps:

  • Cover each chicken breast with plastic wrap and lightly flatten with a rolling pin. Season well with freshly ground pepper.
  • Melt butter in a large frying pan on medium.
  • Cook chicken breasts for 3 minutes each side, until golden and almost cooked through. Remove to a platter and keep warm.
  • Reduce heat to low and add onion. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring, until soft.
  • Increase heat to medium and add wine. Simmer for 1 minute.
  • Stir in cream. Cook for another 3 minutes, until reduced slightly.
  • Add basil and season.
  • Return chicken to pan for 1 minute, until heated through.

CHICKEN BREAST WITH BASIL WINE SAUCE



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Chicken breast with basil wine sauce

Categories     Midweek Dinner

Time 30m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 chicken breast fillets
30 gram unsalted butter
2 green onions (shallots), chopped
1 cup (250ml) dry white wine
1/2 cup (125ml) light cream
1/2 cup shredded basil
steamed baby potatoes, zucchini, to serve

Steps:

  • Cover each chicken breast with plastic wrap and lightly flatten with a rolling pin. Season well with freshly ground pepper.
  • Melt butter in a large frying pan on medium. Cook chicken breasts for 3 minutes each side, until golden and almost cooked through. Remove to a platter and keep warm.
  • Reduce heat to low and add onion. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring, until soft. Increase heat to medium and add wine. Simmer for 1 minute.
  • Stir in cream. Cook for another 3 minutes, until reduced slightly. Add basil and season.
  • Return chicken to pan for 1 minute, until heated through.
  • Serve with potatoes and zucchini.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize Serves 4

CHICKEN WITH BERRY WINE SAUCE



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We like to use Little Red Dress brand merlot in this chicken recipe to bring out the flavor of the berries. -Elizabeth Wright, Raleigh, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup merlot or red grape juice
2 tablespoons sugar
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Thinly sliced fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the strawberries, raspberries, merlot and sugar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. , Meanwhile, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°., Serve with berry sauce; garnish with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 378mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN PARMESAN WITH BASIL SAUCE



Chicken Parmesan With Basil Sauce image

This is a very easy and tasty recipe--good to serve for a nice luncheon or dinner. It is based on a recipe from Womens Weekly.

Provided by Latchy

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups stale breadcrumbs
1/3 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons finely chopped Italian parsley
12 chicken tenderloins
3/4 cup plain flour
2 eggs, beaten lightly
250 g curly endive lettuce
150 g rocket
1 cup firmly packed basil leaves
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 garlic clove, crushed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to moderately hot.
  • Combine breadcrumbs, cheese and parsley in medium bowl.
  • Toss chicken one piece at a time, in flour; shake away excess flour.
  • Dip in egg then in crumb mixture to coat.
  • Place on oiled oven trays; bake in moderately hot oven, uncovered about 20 minutes or until browned lightly and cooked through.
  • Serve chicken with endive and rocket; drizzle with basil dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 641.4, Fat 35.5, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 113.1, Sodium 584.7, Carbohydrate 63.4, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 5.1, Protein 18.4

CHICKEN WITH BASIL ARTICHOKE SAUCE



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Lemon-flavored chicken and a basil-artichoke sauce make this an elegant entree for Easter. It's delicious served over hot cooked pasta or rice. -Andrea Metzler, Moscow, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
SAUCE:
3-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1-1/2 cups milk
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and quartered
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
2 tablespoons white wine or chicken broth
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Rub chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil on both sides. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with lemon juice. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until chicken juices run clear., Meanwhile, in a small heavy saucepan, whisk cornstarch and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the remaining ingredients; heat through. Serve sauce with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 692mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • To ensure the chicken is cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. It should reach 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the breast.
  • If you don't have white wine on hand, you can substitute chicken broth or water. However, the wine adds a delicious flavor to the sauce, so it's worth using if you have it.
  • If you want a thicker sauce, you can add a cornstarch slurry (equal parts cornstarch and water) to the sauce and cook until it thickens.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

This chicken breast with basil wine sauce is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's sure to please the whole family. The tender chicken is cooked in a flavorful sauce made with white wine, basil, and garlic. Serve it with your favorite sides for a delicious and satisfying meal.

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