Chicken Madeira Recipe: Cheesecake Factory Copycat
This Chicken Madeira recipe brings the restaurant experience right to your kitchen! Tender chicken breasts topped with melted mozzarella cheese, smothered in a rich Madeira wine sauce with mushrooms, create a dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Simple, elegant, and absolutely irresistible!
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Servings: 4 serving
Calories: 460kcal
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Baking pan
- Meat mallet or rolling pin (for flattening chicken)
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Garlic press or knife (for mincing garlic)
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Kosher salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 5 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 oz white mushrooms freshly sliced
- 3 cups Madeira wine almost a full bottle
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons beef broth
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Flatten the chicken breasts to an even 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet. Season both sides of the chicken with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts without overcrowding the pan. Cook each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Transfer the chicken to a baking pan and cover to keep warm.
- Make the Sauce:
- Using the same skillet (without washing), heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the garlic, Madeira wine, beef broth, cornstarch mixture, butter, and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is reduced by one-fourth and thickened to a dark brown consistency. Transfer the sauce to a container and keep warm.
- Broil the Chicken:
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the chicken breasts on the baking pan. Broil for 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and lightly golden. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Serve:
- Plate the chicken and generously drizzle with the Madeira mushroom sauce. Serve immediately with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.
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Notes
- Tips for Perfect Chicken Madeira
Flatten the Chicken Evenly: - Ensuring all chicken breasts are the same thickness helps them cook evenly, preventing dry or undercooked sections.
Don't Overcrowd the Pan: - Cook the chicken in batches if necessary to get an even sear on each piece.
Reduce the Sauce Properly: - The sauce should simmer until thickened and reduced by one-fourth for a rich, concentrated flavor.
Cheese Perfection: - Watch the chicken carefully while broiling to avoid burning the cheese. A light golden color is ideal.
Pairing Suggestions: - Serve with mashed potatoes, angel hair pasta, or rice to soak up the delicious sauce. A crisp Caesar salad also pairs wonderfully.
Madeira Wine Substitute: - If you can't find Madeira wine, Marsala wine can be used as a substitute for a slightly different but equally delicious flavor.
Create a restaurant-worthy experience at home with this Chicken Madeira Recipe. Its rich flavors and elegant presentation will impress your family and guests every time!
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 460kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 599mg | Sugar: 4g
Nutrition Disclaimer
The Chef Marcy is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, we recommend running the ingredients through whichever online nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories can vary quite a bit depending on which brands were used.