Preparation time, 30 minutes (15 minutes active). Serves 4.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 1 3/4 pounds)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
4 medium shallots, finely chopped ( 1/2cup)
1 teaspoon sugar
3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup dried currants
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
Directions
Arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer on a work surface and cover with plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet, heavy skillet or a rolling pin, pound them until flattened to about 1/2-inch thick.
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Dredge both sides of each breast through the seasoned flour.
In a large nonstick skillet over medium-high, heat the oil and butter.
Add the chicken breasts and cook until they are well browned on both sides and no longer pink at the center, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer them to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the shallots and sugar to the skillet and cook, stirring, until they begin to color, about 2 minutes. Add the chicken broth, currants and thyme, then stir and scrape the bottom of the skillet. In a small bowl, stir together the vinegar and cornstarch. Stir the mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Let cook until the sauce is thickened, about 2 minutes. Serve the chicken breasts topped with the sauce.
Per serving: 292 calories; 75 calories from fat; 8 g fat (3 g saturated; 0 g trans fats); 90 mg cholesterol; 18 g carbohydrate; 35 g protein; 1 g fiber; 420 mg sodium.
