Description
A creamy and rich chicken dish featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a luxurious sauce made with Irish whiskey, heavy cream, and aromatic herbs. This easy-to-make recipe offers a unique flavor profile perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup Irish whiskey
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Carefully add the Irish whiskey to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Dijon mustard. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Add fresh thyme to the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over it. Simmer for 3-5 minutes to heat through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use a good quality Irish whiskey.
- Fresh herbs like thyme and parsley significantly enhance the taste.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or more cream.
- For a touch of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Consider adding sautéed mushrooms or fresh spinach to the sauce for variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: Irish-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: N/A