Turkish Chicken with Creamy White Sauce
Turkish Chicken with Creamy White Sauce is an easy one-pan dinner featuring juicy chicken simmered in a rich, seasoned cream sauce.Ready in just 35 minutes.Perfect for family meals and meal prep.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Season the chicken breasts with paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the chicken into the skillet and cook for 4–5 minutes per side until lightly golden.
- Pour in the heavy cream and gently stir.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12–15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Spoon the creamy sauce over the chicken while it cooks.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Enjoy this Turkish Chicken with Creamy White Sauce with fluffy rice, pasta, roasted vegetables, or warm Turkish bread for a complete meal.
Notes
- Serve with steamed rice, buttered noodles, mashed potatoes, or couscous.
- Add spinach during the final few minutes for extra nutrition.
- A sprinkle of chili flakes adds gentle heat.
- Fresh parsley provides a bright finish.