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Chicken Breasts with Pink Peppercorns

17/11/2023

I can provide you with a recipe to prepare delicious chicken breasts with pink peppercorns, bringing a pinch of Italian creativity to the dish. Pink peppercorns aren’t true peppercorns, but their aromatic berries add a touch of sweetness and color to dishes.

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts (skinless and boneless)
  • 1 tablespoon of pink peppercorns
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • 1 sprig of fresh rosemary
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup of white wine
  • 1/2 cup of chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon of fresh cream (optional)

Preparation

  1. Start by lightly crushing the pink peppercorns with the flat side of a knife or with a mortar, to slightly break them and release their aroma.

  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides.

  3. Heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the peeled garlic clove and the sprig of rosemary to flavor the oil.

  4. Place the chicken breasts in the pan and sauté for about 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown. Remove the garlic and rosemary.

  5. Add the crushed pink peppercorns to the pan with the chicken and toast for about 1 minute, being careful not to burn them.

  6. Deglaze with the white wine and let the alcohol evaporate over high heat.

  7. Lower the heat, add the chicken broth and cook for another 10-15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the liquid has slightly reduced.

  8. (Optional) At the end of cooking, you can add a tablespoon of cream to make the sauce creamier and mix well.

  9. Once cooked, serve the chicken breasts drizzled with their pink peppercorn sauce.

Trivia

Pink pepper comes from the berries of the Schinus molle tree, also known as the pink peppercorn tree or false pepper. This spice is particularly appreciated for its sweet flavor, which is less pungent than that of black pepper, and is used to add a note of color and flavor in many culinary preparations.

You can pair the dish with a side of seasonal vegetables sautéed in a pan or with a fresh salad. Enjoy your meal!