Description
A rich and flavorful dish featuring tender duck breasts paired with a sweet and tangy cherry sauce. The crispy skin of the duck adds a perfect contrast to the cherry sauce, made with red wine, balsamic vinegar, and honey. An elegant and refined meal, perfect for special occasions or a gourmet dinner at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 duck breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cherries, pitted
- 1/4 cup red wine
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Score the skin of the duck breasts in a crisscross pattern and season with salt and pepper.
- In a saucepan, combine cherries, red wine, balsamic vinegar, honey, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook until the cherries soften, about 10 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the duck breasts, skin side down, until the skin is crispy and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Flip the duck breasts and cook to your desired level of doneness (about 3-4 minutes for medium-rare).
- Remove the duck from the pan and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Drizzle the cherry sauce over the duck breasts and serve.
Notes
- If the sauce is too thick, you can add a bit more chicken broth to thin it out.
- For a perfect sear on the duck, make sure the skin is dry before placing it in the pan.
- Pair this dish with a light salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes