Description
Tender chicken breasts are pan-seared to golden perfection and simmered in a luscious Irish whiskey cream sauce with garlic, onion, and fresh herbs. This cozy, flavorful dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions!
Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 cup Irish whiskey (like Jameson)
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1 cup heavy cream
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion for 3–4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
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Carefully pour in the Irish whiskey and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off slightly.
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Stir in the chicken broth, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
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Add the heavy cream, stirring until well combined. Let the sauce simmer another 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
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Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over it, and simmer for 2–3 minutes more until warmed through.
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Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread. Enjoy!
Notes
Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for extra juiciness.
For a thicker sauce, simmer uncovered a few minutes longer.
Try adding mushrooms for an earthy twist.
Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 460 mg
- Fat: 31 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 155 mg