Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Irish Chicken in Whiskey Cream Sauce, a comforting dish that transforms any dinner into a festive occasion. Succulent chicken breasts are simmered in a luscious whiskey cream sauce, infused with garlic, onion, and fresh thyme. Perfect for cozy gatherings or special celebrations, this dish invites joy and camaraderie to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup Irish whiskey
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium sweet onion, finely chopped
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves only
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your kitchen by gathering all ingredients and tools. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear each side in the skillet until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side).
- Pour in Irish whiskey to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits; simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream; let simmer gently for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- Add fresh thyme leaves and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 170mg