Chicken Medallions: A Comfort Food Classic with a Twist

It’s hard to beat comfort food and chicken medallions is just that: a classic and beloved dish that’s familiar and comforting, but can also be adapted to meet the changing tastes of foodies and chefs alike. This recipe for chicken medallions is sure to both tantalize the taste buds and satisfy the tummy!

The unique combination of ingredients and cooking techniques means that the dish is truly exceptional – an ingenious combination of cultural influences and unexpected ingredients and methodologies. Even the traditionalists among us will be impressed with the delightful twist on a well-known dish. Plus, it only takes approximately 30 minutes to prepare, making it a great choice for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

– 4 chicken breasts, cut into medallions
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 eggs, beaten
– 2 teaspoons garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 2 tablespoons butter
– ½ cup dry white wine
– 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
– 2 cloves minced garlic
– 1 teaspoon parsley, chopped
– Salt and pepper, to taste

Method

1. Place the chicken breasts in a bowl with the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper, and combine to coat.
2. Dredge the chicken in the flour and shake off the excess, then dip it into the beaten egg.
3. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Add the chicken medallions to the skillet and cook until golden, approximately 5 minutes per side.
5. Add in the white wine, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, and parsley and reduce the heat to low.
6. Simmer for 10 minutes, spooning the sauce over the medallions, until cooked through and the sauce thickens slightly.
7. Serve with your favorite sides dishes.

Featuring a gastronomic combination of treasures from the global pantry – from garlic to paprika to Worcestershire sauce – chicken medallions is the perfect dish for food aficionados looking for something new, yet classic in equal measure. For those looking for a spin on family-favorite dinners, this dish is a surefire winner. Similar to Italian chicken cutlets, or Italian scallopini, this unique preparation of chicken breast is sure to entice and delight.

Try this delightful chicken medallions recipe tonight and add some variety to your dinner rotation!