Turkish Chicken with Creamy White Sauce Recipe
This Turkish Chicken with Creamy White Sauce is a delightful and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich, aromatic cream sauce infused with paprika, cumin, garlic, and onion. Perfectly balanced with warm spices and garnished with fresh parsley, it makes a wonderful main course for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 chicken breasts
Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat oil: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat to prepare for sautéing.
- Sauté aromatics: Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan and sauté until the onions become translucent and fragrant.
- Season chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon cumin, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Brown chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the pan and cook until they are nicely browned on both sides, sealing in the flavors.
- Simmer in cream: Pour 1 cup of heavy cream over the chicken and reduce the heat slightly. Let it simmer gently until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately for a delicious meal.
Notes
- Use chicken breasts of even thickness for uniform cooking.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce, though it will be less rich.
- Serve with rice, bulgur, or crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preference.
- Ensure the cream simmers gently to avoid curdling.
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