Description
Savor the robust flavors of Irish Chicken in Whiskey Cream Sauce, a hearty dish that brings the warmth of Irish kitchens straight to your dinner table. Tender chicken bathed in a rich, smooth whiskey-infused cream sauce delivers comfort and satisfaction with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Liquids:
- 1 cup Irish whiskey
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Sprinkle 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper evenly across your 4 chicken breasts, ensuring each side gets seasoned thoroughly.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat at 375°F. Carefully place chicken breasts and sear for exactly 6 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip chicken breasts and cook additional 6 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer chicken onto a clean plate.
- Reduce skillet heat to medium and add finely chopped onion. Saute for precisely 3 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Mince 3 garlic cloves and add directly into the skillet. Cook for 45-60 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Pour 1 cup Irish whiskey into the skillet, scraping accumulated browned bits from bottom with wooden spoon. Allow liquid to reduce by half, approximately 2 minutes.
- Add 1 cup chicken broth and increase heat slightly. Simmer uncovered for 3 minutes to concentrate flavors.
- Stream 1 cup heavy cream into skillet, whisking gently. Reduce heat to low and let sauce thicken for 5 minutes.
- Return chicken breasts to skillet, spooning sauce generously over each piece. Simmer for 4 minutes to reheat chicken.
- Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley before serving immediately.
Notes
- Choose a good-quality Irish whiskey for deeper flavor that complements the chicken’s richness.
- Pat chicken breasts completely dry before seasoning to ensure a perfect golden-brown sear without steaming.
- For a lighter version, swap heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, which will create a thinner but still delicious sauce.
- When deglazing with whiskey, tilt the pan away from the flame to prevent potential flare-ups and safely incorporate the alcohol’s flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 23-27 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 442 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 39 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg