Name: Vineyard Chicken Delight
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken fillets (about 2 pounds); 1 teaspoon sea salt; ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil; ¼ cup cooking sherry vinegar; 2 small shallots, thinly sliced; 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 2 teaspoons honey; 2 fresh thyme sprigs; ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, plus more for serving; ¾ pound seedless red grapes, on the vine; 4 tablespoons cold salted butter; 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley; Crusty bread, toasted for serving (optional); 1 cup ricotta cheese (optional)

Description

Introducing the “Vineyard Chicken Delight,” a succulent recipe that transforms the classic chicken dish with an elegant twist. By incorporating seedless red grapes and a fragrant grape and herb sauce, this meal offers a perfect balance of savory chicken and the sweet, robust flavors of the vine, making it not only an attractive dish for special occasions but also a wonderful addition to your weeknight dinner rotation.

Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless, skinless chicken fillets (about 2 pounds)
1 teaspoon sea salt
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup cooking sherry vinegar
2 small shallots, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons honey
2 fresh thyme sprigs
¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, plus more for serving
¾ pound seedless red grapes, on the vine
4 tablespoons cold salted butter
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Crusty bread, toasted for serving (optional)
1 cup ricotta cheese (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Oven and Chicken Preheat the oven to 375°F and place a rack in the center position. Season the chicken fillets all over with sea salt.
Sear the Chicken Heat 1½ tablespoons of the olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the chicken on each side until golden, approximately 4 minutes per side.
Make the Grape and Herb Sauce In a small bowl, mix the remaining olive oil, sherry vinegar, shallots, garlic, honey, thyme, and black pepper. Pour this mixture over the chicken in the skillet, ensuring the fillets are well-coated. Add the grapes around the chicken.
Roast the Chicken and Grapes Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Roast until the chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 15 minutes. The grapes should appear wilted.
Broil for a Charred Finish After removing the chicken and letting it rest, place the skillet under the broiler. Broil for 3-4 minutes until the grapes start to char slightly.
Finalize the Sauce and Serve Stir the salted butter into the pan juices until the sauce thickens slightly. Slice the rested chicken, return it to the skillet, and baste with the sauce. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and additional cracked pepper. Serve with crusty bread and spread ricotta on the bread topped with grapes, if using.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes