Best 8 Chicken Breasts With Brandied Cherry Chocolate Sauce Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the delectable combination of chicken breasts smothered in a luscious brandied cherry chocolate sauce. This elegant and flavorful dish tantalizes the taste buds with its harmony of savory and sweet elements. Juicy chicken breasts are perfectly cooked, providing a tender and succulent base for the rich and velvety sauce. The infusion of brandy adds a touch of sophistication and depth, while the cherries and chocolate create a symphony of flavors that will undoubtedly impress your palate. Whether you're hosting a special dinner party or simply seeking a memorable meal to enjoy at home, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to indulge in a culinary masterpiece that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN BREASTS WITH BRANDIED CHERRY-CHOCOLATE SAUCE



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This sounds so wonderful. A great dish for an elegant dinner party or reduce the recipe for a romantic dinner for 2. Fortunately for us chocolate lovers, research indicates that chocolate has health properties and the substances found in chocolate may help prevent blood clots and coronary plaque. Chocolate also seems to increase HDL (good) cholesterol levels and contains small amounts of magnesium, potassium, protein, phosphorus, calcium and iron. The recipe is found in the February 2006 issues of Delicious Living. If you are not carb conscious, the chicken can be served on top of couscous or rice.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup coarse salt
4 cups water
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup flour
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup dried cherries
1/2 cup good-quality balsamic vinegar
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons brandy or 2 tablespoons orange juice

Steps:

  • In a non-reactive bowl, mix the salt and water until dissolved. Add the chicken and allow to brine for 30 minutes in the refrigerator. Remove the chicken from the brine, rinse under cool running water, and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Pour the flour into a shallow dish and roll each breast into the flour, patting gently to lightly coat. Allow the chicken to rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • In a heavy 12-inch skillet, heat the butter and oil over medium-high heat; swirling to mix and cook until the butter begins to brown lightly.
  • Lay the chicken breasts in pan and cook, undisturbed, until brown, about 5 minutes. Turn the chicken pieces over and cook on second side, undisturbed, an additional 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the chicken and place in warm oven while making the sauce.
  • Add the chicken stock to the skillet, scraping to release any brown bits. Boil until reduced to 1 cup. This should take 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Add the cherries and vinegar; boil until spoon scraped across the bottom of the pan leaves a visible path in sauce, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in chocolate and brandy.
  • Plate the chicken on serving plates and spoon the sauce over. Sit back and enjoy with a green side salad.

ORANGE-BRANDY CHICKEN



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Provided by Marjorie Thompson

Categories     Chicken     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Orange     Brandy     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
4 boneless chicken breast halves
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried
1/3 cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1/3 cup canned chicken broth
2 tablespoons brandy
Orange slices (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with rosemary, salt and pepper. Add chicken to skillet and sauté until brown, about 3 minutes per side. Add orange juice concentrate, chicken broth and brandy and simmer until chicken is just cooked through, 5 minutes. Transfer chicken to plate; tent with foil to keep warm. Boil pan juices until thickened to sauce consistency, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Spoon sauce over chicken. Garnish with orange slices, if desired, and serve.

CHICKEN WITH CHERRY SAUCE



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This tender moist chicken bakes in a savory sauce that combines cherries with soy sauce, orange juice and ginger. It's sure to be a big hit at your house like it is at mine. -Linda Grubb, Poland, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fresh or frozen pitted sweet cherries
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Set aside 3/4 cup cherries. In a blender, combine orange juice and remaining cherries; cover and process until smooth. Add the soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, lemon juice, garlic and ginger; set aside., In a large skillet over medium heat, brown chicken on all sides in butter. Place chicken skin side down in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Top with cherry sauce. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes; turn chicken. Top with reserved cherries. Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes longer or until chicken juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453 calories, Fat 21g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 1364mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

CHICKEN IN BRANDY CREAM SAUCE



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Creamy brandy sauce adds flavor to this skillet made chicken recipe - ready in 35 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 lb)
1 package (8 oz) sliced fresh mushrooms (3 cups)
4 medium green onions, chopped (1/4 cup)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup brandy or chicken broth
1/2 cup whipping (heavy) cream
Hot cooked spinach fettuccine or regular fettuccine, if desired

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in oil 10 to 15 minutes, turning once, until chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F).
  • Stir in mushrooms, onions, salt and brandy. Cook 4 to 5 minutes or until mushrooms are tender and most of the liquid has evaporated.
  • Gradually stir in whipping cream. Cook about 2 minutes or until hot. Serve over fettuccine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 240 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

CHICKEN BREASTS IN BRANDY CREAM SAUCE



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This recipe is so tasty and pretty, you won't believe how easy it is! This recipe requires you to ignite the brandy, so use caution if you don't have experience in this. You don't want to catch the house on fire!

Provided by JenSmith

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4 chicken breasts, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, washed and dried
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 garlic clove, coarsely chopped
1 lb button mushroom, sliced
1/4 cup brandy
1/2 cup heavy cream or 1/2 cup sour cream
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250°F Place chicken on a plate and press black pepper into them.
  • In a heavy skillet, heat butter and olive oil. Cook chicen on medium heat until lightly browned.
  • Remove chicken and place in an ovenproof dish, then place this in the oven. Leave the pepper and juices in the skillet.
  • Add onion and garlic to the skillet and brown over medium high heat, adding more oil if needed. Try not to brown the garlic too much.
  • Add the mushrooms and saute until most of the liquid has evaporated.
  • Remove skillet from heat and add brandy. Ignite the brandy and saute for 1 minute.
  • Add cream and stir. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Take the chicken out of the oven, return it to the skillet, and heat for 2 minutes on medium-low heat, letting the chicken absorb some of the sauce.
  • Serve with the sauce.

CHICKEN BREASTS WITH CHERRY SAUCE



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I look forward to having fresh Bing cherries every summer, and I freeze some so I can serve this simple, tasty dish all year-round.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings (2 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1-1/2 cups pitted fresh or frozen dark sweet cherries, thawed
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine flour and salt. Add chicken, one piece at a time, and shake to coat. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown chicken in butter on both sides. Remove from the heat., In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, orange juice, onion, orange zest, ginger and cinnamon. Bring to a boil; cook for 5 minutes or until slightly reduced and sugar is dissolved, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; stir in cherries., Pour sauce over chicken. Cover and cook over low heat for 30-35 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°., Remove chicken to a serving platter; keep warm. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into the sauce. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 485mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

BALSAMIC CHICKEN SKILLET WITH MIXED BERRY SAUCE



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Sweet, savory, with a little kick. This marinade and sauce goes great with both chicken or pork, on the stove, in the oven, or on the grill.

Provided by Simon Chong

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 4h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups mixed berries
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons whiskey
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon minced ginger
1 tablespoon minced shallot
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon oil

Steps:

  • Combine berries, vinegar, whiskey, mustard, lemon juice, honey, brown sugar, ginger, shallot, and cayenne pepper in a blender; blend until smooth.
  • Place chicken in a resealable plastic bag. Add 1/2 of the berry marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator, 4 hours to overnight. Reserve the remaining berry sauce.
  • Remove chicken from the refrigerator. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken in the hot skillet and brown on both sides, basting occasionally with the extra marinade. Cook until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear, about 15 minutes; discard any remaining marinade. Remove from the heat, and let rest for 3 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, pour the reserved berry sauce in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium-low heat.
  • Slice chicken into 1/2-inch thick slices and spoon warmed berry sauce over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.4 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 58.5 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 22.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 242.7 mg, Sugar 20.6 g

CHERRY CHICKEN



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Lightly floured chicken pieces with the sweet flavoring of dark cherries and orange slices make a great entree that can be served over rice or alone with a salad for a lighter meal. Boneless pieces can be used if desired.

Provided by Daveeda

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (4 pound) whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces
salt and pepper to taste
½ cup all-purpose flour for dusting
1 (15 ounce) can pitted dark cherries packed in water
½ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 orange - with peel, quartered and thinly sliced
½ cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then coat with flour. Fry in the hot oil until browned, turning as needed. Reduce heat to medium, cover and cook for about 25 minutes or until meat is tender and juices run clear.
  • Remove the chicken from the pan, and pour off all but 1/4 cup of the drippings. Return to medium heat and stir in the cherries, reserving some of the cherry liquid for later. Stir in sugar and bring to a boil. Dissolve the cornstarch in the reserved cherry liquid, then stir into the pan. Cook, stirring gently, until thickened.
  • Add orange slices and almonds to the skillet, then return the chicken pieces to the skillet. Spoon sauce over the chicken to coat, and simmer over low heat for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1148.8 calories, Carbohydrate 85.1 g, Cholesterol 222.2 mg, Fat 61.6 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 63.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 750.9 mg, Sugar 42.6 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and plump cherries: For the best flavor, use ripe and plump cherries. Avoid any cherries that are bruised or have blemishes.
  • Pit the cherries: To pit the cherries, use a cherry pitter or a paring knife. If using a cherry pitter, simply insert the cherry into the pitter and squeeze the handles together. If using a paring knife, cut the cherry in half and remove the pit with the tip of the knife.
  • Use good quality chocolate: The chocolate sauce is a key component of this dish, so it's important to use good quality chocolate. Look for chocolate that is at least 70% cacao.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken breasts can easily become dry and tough if they are overcooked. Cook the chicken breasts over medium heat until they are cooked through, but still juicy.
  • Make the sauce ahead of time: The chocolate sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This makes it a great option for busy weeknights.

Conclusion:

Chicken breasts with brandied cherry chocolate sauce is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. With a little planning, this dish can be easily made ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights.

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