From Savory to Sweet These 14 Dishes Are Soaked in Wine Perfection

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Ready to cook up some magic with a splash of wine? From Marry Me Chicken Pasta that’ll have you weak in the knees, to Mozzarella Mushroom White Wine Chicken that’s basically a love affair on a plate, these recipes will make you wonder why wine isn’t in every dish. Craving something hearty? Red Wine Braised Short Ribs are here to steal the show. And if you’ve got a sweet tooth, Port Wine Molten Chocolate Cakes will have you swooning. Whether you’re in the mood for Chicken Marsala or Jamaican Black Cake, we’ve got your wine-infused cravings covered!

Marry Me Chicken Pasta

A close-up of creamy bowtie pasta topped with grated cheese and garnished with chopped herbs and sun-dried tomatoes. The dish is rich and textured, with a warm, inviting appearance.
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Marry Me Chicken Pasta is the perfect combination of special and easy, making it a go-to for any occasion. With a mouthwatering garlic, parmesan, and tomato sauce, plus a splash of white wine, this dish will have you hooked from the first bite.
Get the Recipe: Marry Me Chicken Pasta

Mozzarella Mushroom White Wine Chicken

Close-up of creamy garlic mushroom chicken in a skillet, featuring cooked chicken breasts smothered in a rich sauce with sautéed mushrooms and garnished with fresh parsley.
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Easy Chicken with Mushrooms and White Wine Sauce is a comforting gourmet meal that tastes like a five-star dish. With layers of flavor from sautéed mushrooms, parmesan, melty mozzarella, and a rich white wine sauce, this meal is as satisfying as it is delicious.
Get the Recipe: Mozzarella Mushroom White Wine Chicken

Parmesan Crusted Salmon

Baked salmon fillets topped with a creamy white sauce and garnished with chopped parsley in a white baking dish.
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Parmesan Crusted Salmon is a showstopper, drenched in a delicious white wine sauce that takes it over the top. With a tangy Dijon twist, this flavor-packed meal is as easy to make as it is impressive.
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Port Wine Molten Chocolate Cakes

A decadent chocolate lava cake on a white plate, drizzled with rich chocolate sauce. A small green plant is seen in the background, along with golden flatware on a white table surface.
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Port Wine Molten Chocolate Cakes are the ultimate indulgence for any special occasion. These rich, dark chocolate cakes are filled with a homemade port wine chocolate sauce and topped with even more sauce and freshly whipped cream—because why not go all in?
Get the Recipe: Port Wine Molten Chocolate Cakes

Creamy Chicken Florentine

Golden-brown chicken breasts in a creamy sauce with wilted spinach, garnished with black pepper, fill a pan. The dish looks rich and flavorful, showcasing a blend of savory and fresh ingredients.
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Creamy Chicken Florentine is the weeknight wonder you didn’t know you needed! In just 30 minutes, juicy pan-fried chicken is smothered in a rich white wine, garlic, and Parmesan sauce with fresh spinach for the perfect dinner.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Chicken Florentine

Jamaican Black Cake

A close-up of a moist, brown gingerbread slice on a white plate. The cake appears rich and dense, with a slightly crumbly texture, highlighting its homemade appeal.
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Jamaican Black Cake is the dessert of your dreams, packed with fruit soaked in rum and port wine for that deep, boozy flavor. The spiced batter takes it to the next level, making this cake an absolute must-try!
Get the Recipe: Jamaican Black Cake

Chicken Marsala Gnocchi

A close-up of creamy mushroom gnocchi garnished with chopped parsley, featuring gnocchi pieces coated in a rich, thick mushroom sauce with visible mushroom slices.
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Creamy Chicken Marsala Gnocchi is your 30-minute dinner dream come true! One pan, juicy chicken, pillowy gnocchi, and mushrooms swimming in a rich Marsala wine sauce—what more could you want?
Get the Recipe: Chicken Marsala Gnocchi

Red Wine Braised Short Ribs

A close-up of a savory braised beef dish with rich brown sauce, served over creamy mashed potatoes. The dish is garnished with fresh thyme. The sauce appears thick and glossy, enveloping tender beef pieces.
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Beef Short Ribs are the ultimate showstopper with a red wine sauce that’s as rich as it is irresistible. Fall-off-the-bone tender meat drenched in this deep, flavorful sauce makes it the perfect dish for impressing guests or celebrating a special occasion.
Get the Recipe: Red Wine Braised Short Ribs

Turkey Breast Recipe

Sliced roasted chicken breast garnished with herbs on a white plate.
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Roasted Turkey Breast is everything you want in a turkey—moist, juicy, and packed with flavor. With a marinade of wine, lemon, herbs, and butter, this recipe will make your turkey the star of Thanksgiving—or any meal, really.
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Melting Slow-Braised Cabbage

Braised purple cabbage topped with fresh parsley and orange zest in a black skillet, with a textured gray fabric underneath.
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Red Wine Braised Cabbage is the ultimate side dish for when you want something cozy and full of flavor. Slow-cooked to tender perfection in red wine and finished off with a fresh gremolata, this vegan and gluten-free dish will steal the spotlight at your next meal!
Get the Recipe: Melting Slow-Braised Cabbage

Mediterranean Chicken

A plate with grilled chicken breast topped with wilted spinach, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and black olives. The dish is served over a bed of white rice, all drizzled with a light sauce.
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Mediterranean Chicken brings the bold flavors of oregano and feta to life in a dish that’s as elegant as it is easy. In just 30 minutes, you’ll have juicy chicken bathed in a homemade white wine tomato sauce that’s light yet packed with flavor.
Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Chicken

Mushroom Risotto

A close-up of creamy mushroom risotto topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, served in a white bowl.
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Mushroom Risotto is the creamy, dreamy main dish you’ve been craving. With white wine, fragrant herbs, and a generous dose of Parmesan, it’s got all the rich flavors you need for the perfect comfort meal.
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Poached Pears

A poached pear sits on a white plate, surrounded by a rich red sauce and garnished with pomegranate seeds. The dish has a dark background, highlighting the vibrant colors of the fruit and sauce.
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Poached Pears with Red Wine and Pomegranates are the kind of dessert that looks as good as it tastes! A perfect blend of sweet pears, rich red wine, and juicy pomegranates—this healthy treat is both stunning and utterly delicious.
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Chicken Marsala

Pan-seared chicken breasts in a creamy mushroom sauce, garnished with fresh parsley. Served with
Photo credit: The Big Man’s World

Creamy Chicken Marsala is your new go-to for a quick Italian-American meal that’ll have you feeling fancy in no time. In under 20 minutes, juicy chicken is covered in a velvety, wine-infused sauce that’s simply irresistible.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Marsala

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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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