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By Chef Alben Parsley
Businessman by Day... Aspiring Chef When the Mood Hits Him

Romancing the Chicken Chardonnay


Guess which goes into the marinade and which goes into the chef!
It’s tough to make a chicken dinner seem special. You just can’t romance a chicken. In fact, in many states it’s illegal even to try.

However, Chicken Chardonnay is one of those dishes that can stir up some love. It looks like it’s an ordeal to prepare, but is really quite easy. In fact, it’s great for a casual get-together where you’d rather spend time with you guests, and not in the kitchen.

The chicken and the chef should marinate for about an hour.
We’re showing Chicken Chardonnay prepared with a zucchini and mushroom fettuccine side dish, but it works with countless combinations. I’ve had success with stuffed zucchini, wild rice and any number of potato variations.

A word of warning is warranted here. If there is one thing to remember about preparing chicken, it’s that you can’t wash your hands often enough. Raw chicken is toxic, and Salmonella is not an Italian crooner.

Tear the fresh basil leaves for a little extra flavor.
The recipe below serves six, but can be scaled to fit your needs easily.

6 chicken breasts
½ liter chardonnay
½ cup ricotta cheese
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
fresh basil

Pull the skin from the meat and bone to make a pocket for your filling.
Marinate the chicken pieces for at least an hour in chardonnay or other light wine.

In the meantime, combine the ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan and crushed basil for your filling.

Carefully pull the skin of the chicken away from the meat and bone. Insert about a tablespoon of filling under the skin.

Generously brush the chicken with butter to produce a golden brown finish.
Place the chicken in a pan with the bone side down and meat side up. Brush the tops with melted better to produce the golden skin that looks so good. Place a basil leaf atop each chicken piece

Place the pan in a 375-degree oven for about 45 minutes, or until the top of the chicken is golden brown.

Then serve with your side dish, and let the lovin’ begin!

Chicken Chardonnay with a side of mushroom zucchini fettuccine!
















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