CHICKEN WITH MUSHROOM WINE SAUCE

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A visit to Napa Valley wine country inspired me to experiment with one of my mom's scrumptious chicken dishes. This elegant entree is so easy to prepare.-Jill Bonanno, Loma Linda, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

4 bacon strips, diced
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
3 tablespoons butter, divided
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
3/4 cup sliced green onions
1 large carrot, thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup white wine or additional chicken broth
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain and discard drippings. In the same skillet, brown chicken on both sides in 2 tablespoons butter. Remove and keep warm. , Saute the mushrooms, onions, carrot and garlic in remaining butter until tender. Stir in the flour, salt, thyme and pepper until smooth. Gradually add broth, wine and bay leaf. , Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Return chicken to the pan. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Discard bay leaf. Garnish with parsley and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 736mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges