Irish Chicken in Whiskey Cream Sauce
Indulge in a comforting dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, velvety whiskey cream sauce. This Irish-inspired recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests with its delightful blend of flavors. With fresh herbs and creamy goodness, every bite is an experience that transports you to the heart of Ireland.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ½ cup smooth Irish whiskey
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter and cook the chicken for 6 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Lower the heat to medium and sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Deglaze the pan by pouring in the whiskey and scraping up any browned bits; let simmer for about 3 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing to a gentle simmer.
- Add soy sauce and thyme; allow to simmer for an additional 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet, coating it with sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until heated through before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg