Irish Chicken in Whiskey Cream Sauce is a comforting and flavorful main course featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a rich and creamy whiskey-infused sauce. The sauce combines savory garlic, sautéed onions, smooth heavy cream, and a touch of Irish whiskey for a warming, indulgent dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
Chicken
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
Sauce
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup Irish whiskey (such as Jameson)
1 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
1 cup heavy cream
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook the chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 6 minutes per side, ensuring it is cooked through. Remove the chicken and keep warm.
Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add chopped onion and sauté for 4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add Whiskey: Carefully pour in the Irish whiskey and let it simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly and cook off some alcohol.
Add Broth and Simmer: Stir in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
Add Cream and Thicken Sauce: Stir in heavy cream and simmer for another 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Combine and Warm Through: Return the chicken to the skillet, coat with the creamy sauce, and heat through for 3 minutes.
Serve: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve hot with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to enjoy the sauce.
Notes
Add mushrooms or spinach when sautéing onions for added texture and flavor.
A splash of lemon juice at the end brightens the dish with a subtle zing.
This recipe reheats well and makes excellent leftovers.
Use low sodium chicken broth to better control the saltiness of the dish.
Allow the whiskey to simmer to cook off most alcohol while retaining flavor.
