Ginger Chicken Breasts With Flair

Serves 4

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tsp grated ginger 5 mL
1 large onion, diced
¼ cup brandy 60 mL
¼ cup dry white wine 60 mL
¼ cup chicken broth 60 mL
¼ tsp white pepper 1 mL
1 tsp chopped fresh thyme (¼ tsp/1 mL dry) 5 mL
½ cup milk 125 mL
2 tsp cornstarch 10 mL

Preparation:

1. Spray large skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat.
2. Add ginger and chicken breasts and cook until lightly browned; move chicken to one side.
3. Add onion and saute until it is transparent. Add brandy and warm for several seconds, then ignite using a long matchstick. When flame dies, add broth, wine and pepper.
4. Cover and simmer 20 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted into the chicken reads 165°F (74°C). Stir in thyme. Whisk cornstarch into milk and add to pan. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened.

NUTRIENTS (GRAMS)

Calories 310.8
Protein (g) 56.1
Total Fat (g) 3.6
Saturated Fat (g) 1.2
Carbohydrate (g) 4.5
Fibre (g) 0.4
Cholesterol (mg) 139.2
Sodium (mg) 218.7
Potassium (mg) 704.1

Calcium 6.0
Iron 14.0
Vitamin A 3.0
Vitamin C 8.0
Folate 7.0
Vitamin B12 50.0

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