Chicken Madeira (Cheesecake Factory Copycat)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
236 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Chicken Madeira (Cheesecake Factory Copycat)
Description
Chicken Madeira (Cheesecake Factory Copycat) begins by pounding chicken breasts thin for even cooking, then seasoning with salt and pepper. The chicken is pan-seared in olive oil until browned on both sides and cooked through. Meanwhile, mushrooms are sautéed in the same skillet, then combined with Madeira wine, garlic, and beef broth to create a flavorful sauce.
The sauce simmers to reduce and thicken with cornstarch, forming a glossy, rich liquor that enhances the dish's flavor in a savory, slightly sweet profile from the Madeira wine. Chicken pieces are topped with shredded mozzarella and broiled just until golden and melted, providing a lightly crisp cheese topping.
This dish pairs well with a crisp Caesar salad and makes a satisfying entrée highlighting the interplay between tender, juicy poultry and a lush mushroom wine sauce. Cooking in batches is recommended to avoid overcrowding the skillet and achieve proper browning.
Ensure the skillet is not overcrowded for even cooking; cook chicken in two batches if necessary. Broil briefly to melt cheese without drying chicken. The recipe yields a rich dish suited for special meals.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 chicken breast boneless, skinless
- salt Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 5 TB olive oil divided
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
For the Sauce
- 2 TB olive oil
- 8 oz white mushrooms freshly sliced
- 3 cups madeira wine almost a full bottle
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 TB cornstarch dissolved in 2 TB of the beef broth
- 1 TB butter salted
- ¼ tsp black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Flatten chicken breasts to an even 1/4-inch thickness throughout. Lightly sprinkle both sides of each chicken breast with kosher salt and black pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat 3 TB olive oil over medium heat until hot. Place chicken breasts in skillet, without overcrowding. Cook 3-4 minutes per side, until nicely browned on both sides and no longer pink in center. Transfer cooked chicken to a baking pan and cover to keep warm.
- In the same unwashed skillet, add 2 TB olive oil over medium heat until oil is hot. Add mushrooms and stir 1-2 min. Add the remaining sauce ingredients. Stir and bring sauce to a boil.
- Immediately reduce heat to a simmer. Simmer 20 minutes or until sauce is reduced by one-fourth of its original volume. Finished sauce will be dark brown and thickened. Transfer sauce to a container and keep warm.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly on top of chicken breasts on baking pan. Broil 3-4 minutes or just until cheese is golden and melted; watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Enjoy chicken immediately, generously drizzled with Madeira sauce. Extra sauce is delicious over mashed potatoes, angel hair pasta, or fluffy rice.
Notes
- Cook chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure even browning.
- Serve with a crisp Caesar salad to balance the rich flavors.
- Broil cheese topping just until melted and golden; watch carefully to prevent burning.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 236 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 236kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 4.5g | 2% |
| Protein | 18.6g | 37% |
| Fat | 14.4g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5g | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 33.4mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 482.3mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 5% |
| Sugar | 1.8g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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