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Pink Pepper Chicken Breasts

17/11/2023

I can provide you with a recipe to prepare delicious pink pepper chicken breasts, bringing a pinch of Italian creativity to the dish. Pink pepper is not a true pepper, but its aromatic berries add a touch of sweetness and color to dishes.

Ingredients

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

Preparation

  1. Start by lightly crushing the pink peppercorns with the flat side of a knife or with a mortar, so as to break them slightly 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 rosemary sprig to flavor the oil.

  4. Place the chicken breasts in the pan and sear 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 along 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 pepper sauce.

Curiosities

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

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