Name: Unforgettable Creamy Chicken Riesling: Cheesecake Factory Copycat
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: Main Components:; 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1.5 cups dry Riesling wine (100% not sweet); 1.5 cups chicken broth; Flavor Builders:; 1 cup sliced cremini mushrooms; 1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 cup heavy cream; Seasonings:; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

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How to make Creamy Chicken Riesling, a Cheesecake Factory copycat with tender chicken and a rich wine sauce that wows your guests every time.

Ingredients

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Main Components:
1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1.5 cups dry Riesling wine (100% not sweet)
1.5 cups chicken broth
Flavor Builders:
1 cup sliced cremini mushrooms
1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 cup heavy cream
Seasonings:
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

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Instructions

Prep Chicken: Pound chicken breasts to 1/2-inch thickness, then dredge lightly in all-purpose flour. This ensures even cooking and helps create a lovely crust for your Creamy Chicken Riesling Cheesecake Factory Copycat.
Sear Chicken: In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken, setting it aside on a plate.
Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms and diced onion, cooking until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and dried thyme for 1 minute until fragrant. This builds a rich flavor base.
Deglaze Sauce: Pour in dry Riesling wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up all the browned bits from the bottom. Stir in chicken broth and Dijon mustard. Bring to a simmer, allowing the sauce to reduce slightly, about 5 minutes.
Finish Sauce: Reduce heat to low, then slowly whisk in heavy cream. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, letting the sauce beautifully thicken. Taste and adjust salt and pepper for this incredible Creamy Chicken Riesling.
Combine Chicken: Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the luscious creamy sauce. Allow the chicken to warm through for 2-3 minutes, absorbing all the delicious flavors.
Serve Warm: Garnish your Unforgettable Creamy Chicken Riesling Cheesecake Factory Copycat with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for a truly satisfying meal.