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Turn plain chicken into a stunning dinner that's got real wow-factor. You get tender chicken mixed with crispy bacon, earthy mushrooms, and a super creamy Riesling sauce. Swirl it all on buttery parmesan pasta and you'll wonder why you'd ever order out. It's an easy way to make something unforgettable—all in about 60 minutes.
When I set out to copy a restaurant dish, this one actually turned out even better than the one that inspired it. The Riesling makes an insanely rich sauce that hugs every bite, making it totally crave-worthy.
Top-Notch Ingredients
- Good pasta: Makes a great partner for the sauce
- Heavy cream: For an ultra-smooth texture
- Dry Riesling: Packs the sauce with flavor
- Cremini mushrooms: Bring in earthiness
- Smoky bacon: Infuses everything with real depth
- Fresh chicken breasts: Pick pieces that cook evenly
How It's Made
- Sauce Magic:
- Pour in Riesling and cook it down, then slowly add cream until it thickens just right.
- Mushroom Wow:
- Brown mushrooms in butter so they lose their extra water and their flavor shines through.
- Chicken Boost:
- Coat chicken in seasoned flour for a crisp finish that helps thicken the whole dish and keeps every piece juicy.
- Bacon Kickoff:
- Fry up the bacon until it’s crunchy, then keep the fat to build more flavor as you go.
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The trick is in building up flavors, layer by layer. Start with bacon and finish off with the dreamy wine and cream sauce.
Best Sides
Dish it over creamy mashed potatoes or a tangle of buttery parmesan noodles. Toss in a crispy Caesar salad with a homemade dressing and don’t forget some garlic bread for scooping every last bit of sauce.
Fun Twists
Swap in chicken thighs if you like that extra juiciness, or play around with any mushrooms you have. Use another dry white like Pinot Grigio or Chardonnay if you want to shake up the flavor a little.
Easy Storage
Stash leftovers in a tight container in the fridge for up to four days. Warm it slowly on the stove instead of the microwave so the sauce stays smooth and doesn’t split.
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I turn to this Chicken Riesling whenever I want to wow friends without spending all day in the kitchen. The juicy chicken, crispy bacon, and velvety wine sauce always make it feel like a treat, and it’s honestly easy enough to toss together after work.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → Which wine is good here?
- If you've got Riesling, great. Another dry white will do the trick.
- → What mushrooms taste best?
- Cremini bring the most flavor, but white mushrooms work just fine.
- → How do I thicken the cream?
- Let it bubble a bit longer so it thickens right up.
- → Can I skip the pasta?
- Definitely, just use mashed potatoes or even rice on the side.
- → Chicken feels too big?
- Just slice each breast in half to help it cook evenly.