CHICKEN WITH CHIVE SAUCE

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Browned chicken gets a pleasant flavor boost from a creamy white sauce featuring chives and mushrooms and makes a lovely presentation when served over white or wild rice. The recipe from field editor Becky Baird of Salt Lake City, Utah is easy to prepare, too.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
3/4 cup minced chives
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup chicken broth
2 cups half-and-half cream
Pinch ground nutmeg
Salt and pepper to taste
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

In a large skillet, brown chicken in 2 tablespoons oil for 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove and keep warm. Saute mushrooms and chives in remaining oil for 2 minutes. Stir in the flour. Gradually whisk in the broth until blended. Stir in the cream, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until thickened., Return chicken to the pan; turn to coat. Cover and simmer for 7-9 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Fat 20g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 134mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 26g protein.