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Skillet Chicken in Onion Sauce

Dan
Skillet Chicken in Onion Sauce - Crispy, golden chicken on the outside and tender on the inside in balsamic caramelized onion cream sauce is a winner of a chicken dinner!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Chicken Dinner, Easy Dinner, Easy Recipe
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breast cutlets
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 - 1 cup chicken broth If the sauce is too thick, add a little more chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Fresh chopped parsley optional to taste

Instructions
 

  • Pat the chicken dry and sprinkle with the garlic powder and some salt & pepper. Add oil to a large skillet and turn the heat to medium-high.
  • Allow it to become hot, add the chicken and cook it for about 6 to 12 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Transfer the chicken onto a clean plate. In the same skillet, add butter and onion.
  • Sauté the onion until it's softened and lightly browned (about 10-15 minutes, depending on how thick you sliced the onion), stirring them as needed to prevent from sticking.
  • Add balsamic vinegar, red pepper flakes, thyme, and sugar. Stir until well mixed. Simmer for a few minutes to cook the vinegar.
  • Stir in the chicken broth and scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan.
  • Stir in the heavy cream until you've got a smooth sauce, and let it heat through for a couple of minutes (ensure it doesn't bubble too much or else it could curdle).
  • Add the chicken back to the skillet and spoon some sauce over top. Season with extra salt & pepper if needed, and serve immediately with some chopped parsley sprinkled over top.

Notes

 
For an extra boost of flavor, I marinated the chicken in garlic, olive oil and spices (instead of using just salt and pepper).
The Marinade will help the chicken adsorb a lot of flavors and that really enhances the overall flavor.
Keyword Easy Chicken Dinner, Onion Sauce, Skillet Chicken