Irish Chicken Whiskey Cream Sauce (Recipe for Printing)

Ideal for St. Patrick's Day or a cozy gathering, this classic Irish-inspired dish features chicken, creamy whiskey sauce, and fresh thyme. A rich, flavorful option that impresses guests and brings warmth to your table. Save & click.

# What You Need:

→ Poultry

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

→ Seasoning

02 - Salt, to taste
03 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Fats and Oils

04 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
05 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

→ Aromatics

06 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Liquids

08 - 1 cup Irish whiskey (such as Jameson)
09 - 1 cup chicken broth
10 - 1 cup heavy cream

→ Herbs and Flavorings

11 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

# How to Make It:

01 - Generously season chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken breasts in skillet and cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
03 - Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and cover loosely with aluminum foil to keep warm.
04 - Reduce heat to medium. Add chopped onion to same skillet and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
05 - Carefully pour Irish whiskey into skillet, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer for 5 minutes to reduce alcohol.
06 - Add chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes.
07 - Lower heat. Slowly add heavy cream, stirring continuously. Blend in Dijon mustard and thyme. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until sauce begins to thicken.
08 - Taste sauce and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Stir in butter until fully melted for richness.
09 - Return chicken breasts to skillet, spooning sauce over each. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to heat through and infuse flavors.
10 - Arrange chicken on individual plates. Drizzle with whiskey cream sauce and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Permit the whiskey to simmer fully to enhance flavor and mellow the alcohol.
02 - For even cooking, allow chicken breasts to come to room temperature before searing.

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