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Chicken Cutlets in Creamy Wine Pesto Sauce

Delicious Chicken Cutlets in Creamy Wine Pesto Sauce

This Chicken Cutlets in Creamy Wine Pesto Sauce is a quick and flavorful meal that transforms your kitchen into a cozy bistro.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cutlets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 6 cutlets chicken already made, saves time
  • 1.5 tablespoon olive oil for frying
For the Sauce
  • 0.5-0.75 cup chicken broth adds depth and moisture
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder infuses a warm aroma
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder enhances flavor
  • 2 tablespoon pesto brings herby goodness
  • 0.5 cup white wine opt for a dry variety
  • 0.5 cup heavy whipping cream creates a luscious texture
  • 1 tablespoon butter adds richness
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Directions
  1. Heat 1 ½ tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken cutlets and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until warmed through.
  2. Remove cutlets, cover with foil, and add chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, and pesto to the skillet. Stir and bring to a boil.
  3. Pour in ½ cup white wine, simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. Lower heat, stir in heavy whipping cream, and cook for 5 minutes until sauce thickens.
  5. Add 1 tbsp butter and season with salt and pepper. Stir until butter melts.
  6. Pour sauce over chicken cutlets and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cutletCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh basil or grated Parmesan for extra elegance.

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