Creamy Turkish Chicken in 30 Minutes for Busy Nights
Enjoy a quick yet exquisite Creamy Turkish Chicken in 30 Minutes for Busy Nights that’s perfect for any occasion! Try it tonight!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces Chicken Breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup Heavy Cream (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cumin (optional)
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 4 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Sear each side for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Reduce heat and pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine. Allow sauce to simmer for about 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the creamy sauce for another few minutes to heat through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 135mg