Braised Chicken Medallions in a Savory Mushroom Velouté

An elegant, one-pan Mediterranean masterpiece. These tender chicken medallions are seared to golden perfection and braised in a silky, mahogany mushroom velouté. By using a clever balsamic and cornstarch technique, we achieve a rich, restaurant-style "cream" sauce that is entirely dairy-free and heart-healthy.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Calories: 285

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

4 Chicken cutlets or turkey medallions pounded to 1/2 inch
3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil divided
10 oz Cremini or Baby Bella mushrooms thickly sliced
1 small shallot finely diced
3 cloves garlic minced
1.5 cups Low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1 tbsp Lemon juice
1 tsp Balsamic vinegar
1 tsp Cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water slurry
Fresh parsley and thyme for garnish
Salt pepper, and paprika to taste

Method

Sear: Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. In a large skillet, heat 1.5 tbsp olive oil over high heat. Sear chicken 4 mins per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
Sauté Mushrooms: Add remaining oil. Sauté mushrooms on high heat without crowding until caramelized.
Aromatics: Lower heat to medium. Stir in shallots and garlic; cook for 2 minutes.
Deglaze: Pour in lemon juice and balsamic vinegar. Scrape the pan to release the fond.
Thicken: Add broth and cornstarch slurry. Stir until the sauce becomes glossy and thick.
Simmer: Return chicken to the pan. Simmer for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh herbs.

Notes

The "No-Wine" Deglaze: If you miss the depth of wine, add an extra splash of balsamic vinegar or a teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce (check for GF labels) to further deepen the umami profile.
Mushroom Slicing: Keep the mushrooms at least 1/4 inch thick. Thinly sliced mushrooms will disappear into the sauce; thick slices provide the "meaty" texture that defines this dish.
Protein Variations: This recipe works exceptionally well with turkey medallions or even thick-cut cauliflower steaks for a Vegetarian/Vegan alternative (simply use vegetable broth).