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Brandy.  Nothing adds more flavor than a little bit of alcohol.  With such a great taste it is surprising to me why many people are afraid to cook with wine or liquor.  Should the reason be that they do not like the taste of alcohol let me assure you that all you will taste is a smooth yet rich buttery white sauce flavor that enhances the flavor of moist chicken.  Such a taste, one would think, surely could not get any better, but the capers added to the sauce add a kick of salt which balanced the sauce perfectly.  Personally, the more capers the better; I was left wanting more capers!  Another great addition to this dish is the fresh tarragon.  The licorice flavor from the herb adds the perfect amount of spice to meld all the flavors together.

Chicken and Pasta- A classic dish.  This dish is made so often that it has lost its allure.  However, the reason why I believe this dish has lost its intrigue is because how it is made.  Time and time again restaurants serve the usual Chicken Parmesan; once in a while a restaurant might be “adventurous” and offer Chicken Alfredo.  In other words, most people eat chicken with a basic red sauce and chicken with a basic white sauce.  With all this being said, chicken and pasta does not need to be this way!  All too often people overlook the potential chicken with a white sauce can have, and I am here to show you how to bring back the allure.

A Savory & Succulent Chicken Complimented by a Rich, Buttery and Smooth White Sauce.

Chicken Breasts with Capers

Uncooked

Cooked

Meals at school usually are predictable and not very exciting.  The flavors are usually bleak and disappointing while the presentation is subpar at best.  However, when there are special events on campus the food all of a sudden becomes above par and leaves you wanting more.  Almost always they serve a chicken with white sauce, but I am not entirely sure how they cook it; what I am sure of, however, is that they add capers to their white sauce and when I look around to everyone’s plate the capers are always eaten.  So, if you’re thinking to yourself that it you are just going to make the sauce and cook the chicken keep in mind that every ingredient works together make a dish what it is.

 

Simplicity is key.  I believe this recipe embodies this idea.  Not only that, but simple often times is better than complicated in terms of producing a memorable flavor.  What is simpler than adding a bunch of ingredients into a saucepan and setting it all over some heat?  Nothing in my opinion.  My favorite meals are ones where I either only use one pot or ones where the most complicated thing I have to do is chop up a bunch of vegetables and measure liquids.  If this sounds like you I hope you enjoy this dish as much as me and my family does!

Chicken Breasts with Capers

 

Ingredients

4 chicken breasts, skinned and de-boned

2 Tbsp flour

2 Tbsp oil

2 Tbsp butter

4 green onions

1 Tbsp chopped tarragon (or 1 tsp dry)

1 Tbsp chopped capers

4 ounces stock, chicken or beef

4 ounces white wine

2 ounces brandy

6 ounces heavy cream

Salt and pepper

1 Tbsp chopped parsley

 

 

Directions

1. Heat the oil and butter in a large frypan.

2. Dredge the chicken in the flour and saute for 3 minutes on each side.

3. Add the green onions, tarragon, capers and cook for 5 more minutes.

4. Pour in the wine, stock, brandy, and cream and simmer for 5 minutes.

5. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Serve over rice or pasta with chopped parsley on top.


 

Recipe From: Home Cooking

Posted On 7/27/14 By: Efrain

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