Chicken in White Wine Sauce with Mushrooms

If you’re looking for a chicken in a skillet meal the whole family will love then try chicken in white wine sauce. Whether you love chicken and mushrooms or not you’ll love this. This is so savory and delicious and is always a crowd pleaser. This chicken with mushroom sauce will be a regular on your menu rotation.

There are many variations of this recipe but this is the one you should try first because it’s the best. The combination of the chicken in a skillet with white wine, butter and seasonings create the perfect combination and taste.

One of the best things about cooking this dish is that you can make it all in one pan and have less dishes to wash after dinner! That’s always a selling point for me.

You can use a cast iron pan or any pan you prefer. I find a heavy pan works best when cooking sauces but any pan you have in your kitchen will work.

What to Cook With Chicken and Mushrooms?

This dish is great on it’s own if you’re short on time but I recommend pairing with a vegetable and a bread, rice or noodles.

The chicken with mushroom sauce pairs perfectly with parmesan roasted broccoli, rice pilaf, garlic french bread, blackberry dump cake and a blackberry cocktail.

Make it a Meal!

Turn this chicken in white wine sauce into a whole meal because it pairs well with:

• Side Dish: Roasted Broccoli– One of my favorite ways to eat vegetables.
• Salad: Italian Salad – This classic side dish is colorful and full of flavor.
• Bread: Garlic French Bread – YUM!
• Drink: Blackberry Spritzer – Make this non-alcoholic or alcoholic. It’s so good!
• Dessert: Blackberry Dump Cake – This is very easy and a crowd pleaser!

What is Chicken in White Wine Sauce?

Wine sauces are traditionally associated with French cuisine. Many different types of wines can be used and the sauce may also include stock (we’re using chicken stock), mushrooms, onion, garlic, butter, vinegar, shallot and various spices. In this sauce we use all of the above except shallots and vinegar. We also add corn starch to help thicken the sauce a little.

How to Make Chicken in White Wine Sauce Gluten Free:

This recipe is easy to make gluten free. Use your favorite gluten free flour mix (I prefer King Arthur’s Gluten Free Flour) in place of the wheat flour. You will need to also check your corn starch to make sure it is gluten free. You won’t notice any difference in taste because the other flavors are so strong.

Can I Make This Without Mushrooms:

Yes! You can make this chicken and mushrooms dish without mushrooms because it’s delicious either way. Whether you’re just out of mushrooms or you don’t like them, this can be made without them. The sauce will still be tasty though I do prefer it with the mushrooms.

Can I Make This Ahead?

This dish is best eaten right from the stove. However, you can make it up to 2 days ahead and reheat to serve. Chicken and mushroom sauce is never quite as good reheated but you can do it. Make sure to check the internal temperature of the chicken when reheating.

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Can I Freeze Chicken in White Wine Sauce?

Yes! You can freeze this after it is cooked. I recommend making a double batch and freezing half. To freeze you will want to put the chicken and sauce in a freezer zipper top bag. Allow to cool. Remove as much air as possible as you close the bag. Lay flat in the freezer to store.

Defrost the chicken by putting the bag in the refrigerator 24 hours before you need it. Heat in your skillet over medium heat until the chicken’s internal temperature is 165 degrees.

Ingredients for Chicken in White Wine Sauce:

• 6 thin-cut boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut on the diagonal into “cutlets”
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 4 tablespoons salted butter, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper plus more for serving
• 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
• 1/3 cup finely diced yellow onions
• 8 oz. baby bella mushrooms wiped/rinsed clean and sliced thick
• 1-2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 3-4 sprigs fresh thyme
• 3/4 cup dry white wine Sauvignon Blanc, etc.
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1-2 tablespoons cornstarch

How to Make Chicken in White Wine Sauce:

Step 1: Slice chicken breasts into smaller “cutlets” or pound out thicker chicken breasts so that they will cook more quickly. Rinse and pat dry with paper towels.

Step 2: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat until sizzling.

Step 3: Mix together flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl. Dredge each piece of chicken on both sides with flour mixture and set aside.

Step 4: Place floured chicken into the skillet in a single layer. Brown on each side (about 5 minutes per side). Cook the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding in the pan. When chicken has browned on each side, remove to a plate/bowl and keep warm.

Step 5: Add two remaining tablespoons of butter to the skillet. When melted, add the mushrooms. Cook without disturbing for 3-4 minutes or until mushrooms are dark on one side. Check the images of the chicken and mushrooms to get an idea of the color they should be.

Step 6: Stir mushrooms and continue cooking over medium heat until any liquid has been absorbed/evaporated. The mushrooms should be browned on both sides.

Step 7: Add minced garlic to the mushrooms and sauté 1-2 minutes longer until garlic begins to brown. Be careful not to burn.

Step 8: Pour wine into pan and stir to scrape all of the brown bits off the bottom of the pan to deglaze. Simmer 1-2 minutes.

Step 9: Add chicken broth and thyme sprigs to the pan and bring to a boil. Simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes.

Step 10: Whisk cornstarch into a few tablespoons of water until dissolved. While stirring the sauce in the skillet, drizzle the cornstarch “slurry” into the sauce and continue stirring to distribute evenly.

Step 11: Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for 3-4 minutes longer, until chicken has warmed through and sauce thickens. The longer you keep the sauce over heat the thicker the sauce will be. The chicken with mushroom sauce is rich and delicious.

Step 12: Garnish with additional fresh thyme, salt, and freshly ground pepper. Add more to according to your taste and admire your chicken in a skillet.

Step 13: Serve with mashed potatoes, over noodles or rice, or with parmesan french bread to soak up all that yummy sauce.

How do I Serve Chicken with White Wine Sauce?

If you’re in a rush or want less dishes to clean then serve this dish in the pan it was cooked in. If you have more time or want to make it a bit fancier transfer it to a serving dish. You can serve the chicken and sauce over rice or noodles if you prefer. I would include roasted vegetables or a side salad because you need some to balance out the protein. We made a french bread that paired perfectly with the chicken. And don’t forget the dessert and a fun cocktail because everything is better with dessert!