Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 2 medium pears, peeled and sliced thin
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup onion, minced
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1/2 cup brandy
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • salt
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, coarsely grated
  • pepper

Method

  • Heat the oil in a skillet on medium-high heat.
  • Cook chicken completely. Remove and set aside, keeping it warm.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in the same skillet, add pears and 1 teaspoon lemon juice.
  • Saute until pears are barely tender, around 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  • Cook onion and garlic one minute. Add brandy, broth, honey, and thyme.
  • Boil until thickened, around 3-4 minutes. Add pears and heat for 2 more minutes.
  • Add 1 tablespoon butter and 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Sprinkle cheese lightly over chicken breasts, then cover with sauce. Don't drown the chicken.