Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 shallots, Finely Chopped
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon sunflower oil
  • 2/3 cup chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
  • 1 cup seedless grapes, halved
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated (if you are not using fresh nutmeg you will have to add more and adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 -2 teaspoon cornstarch, to Thicken (optional)

Method

  • Heat the butter and sunflower oil in a wide, flameproof casserole or skillet and quickly fry the chicken breast until golden brown, turning once.
  • Remove chicken breasts and add the chopped shallots to the pan and fry gently until softened and lightly browned - Once Shallots are browned return chicken to the pan.
  • Add the chicken stock and cider vinegar to the pan and bring to a boil, then cover, and simmer gently for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Transfer the chicken to a serving dish.
  • Add grapes, cream and fresh nutmeg to the pan, heat through, and season with salt and pepper (add a little cornstarch to thicken the sauce, if desired).
  • Pour the sauce over the chicken and serve.