Jazz up chicken with simple sauces

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Take the ho-hum out of a basic chicken breast with these versatile sauces. All are made with 6 or fewer ingredients.

White Wine Sauce


This classic sauce deserves a place in your repertoire. It takes everyday dishes up a notch with a touch of elegance and lots of flavor, yet very little effort. Pair it with a sautéed chicken breast, a tilapia filet, or a pork loin. It's also good on pasta.

Pantry Checklist:

  • Onion

  • Chicken broth (fat-free, less-sodium)

  • Dry white wine

  • White wine vinegar

  • Butter

  • Fresh chives

    View Recipe: White Wine Sauce

    Parsley Pesto
    No-cook! A nice twist on traditional basil pesto, this version uses flat-leaf parsley for a fresh, herbal flavor. Great on pastas, bruschetta, pizzas, and sandwiches, this pesto is just as versatile as the classic.

    Pantry Checklist:

    • Flat-leaf parsley

    • Toasted pine nuts

    • Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

    • Extra-virgin olive oil

    View Recipe: Parsley Pesto

    Tangy Mustard Sauce
    Dijon mustard and maple syrup combine in a sweet-savory pan sauce that adds a velvety richness to chicken, and would also taste fantastic on a pork tenderloin. This pan sauce reduces in about 5 minutes, so you can make it while your protein cooks.

    Pantry Checklist:

    • Garlic cloves

    • Chicken broth (fat-free, less-sodium)

    • Dry white wine

    • Maple syrup

    • Dijon mustard

    • Fresh rosemary

    View Recipe: Tangy Mustard Sauce

    Creamy White Sauce


    No-cook! Cool and tangy, this white sauce is an easy go-to recipe that you can whip up in minutes to use on hot or cold chicken, or as a zesty sandwich spread. It also works well with fish and chips.

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