Description

Chicken Madeira is a rich and flavorful dish featuring tender seared chicken breasts smothered in a savory Madeira wine sauce with mushrooms and asparagus, topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Perfectly paired with creamy mashed potatoes, this recipe brings restaurant-quality elegance to your dinner table with a comforting homemade touch.

Ingredients

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Sauce

1 cup chicken broth
½ cup beef broth
½ chicken bouillon cube
1 tablespoon heavy cream (optional)
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon mustard powder

Chicken

2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ cup flour
1-2 tablespoons olive oil

Mushrooms, Asparagus, and Cheese

12 spears asparagus
2 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1½ cups Madeira wine
8 oz cremini (baby bella) mushrooms
3 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

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Instructions

Prep Work: Combine all sauce ingredients in a large measuring cup and set aside. Remove the mozzarella from the fridge to let it come to room temperature for faster melting. Measure out all other ingredients before starting the cooking process.
Cook the Asparagus: Trim the ends of the asparagus and cut them in half. Boil in water for 4 minutes, drain, then rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.
Prepare the Chicken: Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create two thinner pieces each. Cover with plastic wrap and pound to an even ½ inch thickness. Pat dry and season with salt and pepper. Mix garlic powder with flour then coat chicken evenly with this mixture.
Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken pieces in batches for 5 minutes per side or until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
Make the Sauce: Turn heat off, add butter and garlic; then set heat to medium. Cook garlic, stirring for 2 minutes. Add Madeira wine and scrape skillet bottom to deglaze. Add mushrooms and simmer until liquid reduces by half, about 13 minutes.
Thicken the Sauce: Gradually sprinkle flour into sauce, whisking continuously for 2 minutes until incorporated. Slowly add the combined sauce mixture while stirring. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook, uncovered, for another 13 minutes until thick and concentrated.
Finish the Sauce: Reduce heat to low, stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Combine and Heat Through: Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over it. Arrange asparagus on top, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 5 minutes until cheese is melted. Alternatively, transfer skillet to a 400° F oven and bake for 4 minutes to melt cheese.
Serve: Serve hot, ideally with creamy mashed potatoes on the side.

Notes

Use authentic Madeira wine for the best flavor; see substitutes like dry marsala, dry port, or dry sherry if unavailable.
For a non-alcoholic substitute, mix ½ cup white grape juice, ¼ cup sherry vinegar, and 2 tablespoons vanilla extract.
Choose cremini mushrooms for their richer flavor and texture over white button mushrooms.
Grate Parmesan cheese fresh from the block for better melting and taste.
Avoid fresh or high-moisture mozzarella; use low moisture shredded mozzarella for ideal melting.
Always mince fresh garlic instead of using jarred garlic for best flavor.
Allow adequate simmering time for sauce reduction to develop deep flavors.
Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
To reheat frozen leftovers, thaw overnight and bake covered at 350° F for 20-25 minutes.
Serve with creamy homemade mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 550 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 680 mg
Fat: 28 g
Saturated Fat: 12 g
Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 20 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 45 g
Cholesterol: 120 mg