Irish Chicken in Whiskey Cream Sauce: Discover a Delight!
A delicious and creamy Irish chicken dish cooked in whiskey sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Irish
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Irish whiskey
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet.
- Cook the chicken until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Pour in the Irish whiskey and let it simmer for a few minutes to reduce.
- Add the heavy cream and thyme, stirring to combine.
- Let the sauce simmer until it thickens, about 10 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use a good quality Irish whiskey.
- Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Irish Chicken, Whiskey Cream Sauce, Comfort Food