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Turkish Chicken with Creamy White Sauce

Delicious Turkish Chicken with Creamy White Sauce in 30 Minutes

This Turkish Chicken with Creamy White Sauce is a quick, flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights, bringing warmth and indulgence to your table.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Turkish
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts or substitute with turkey or firm tofu
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or substitute with half-and-half or coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 medium Onion (finely chopped)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan, cooking for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
  2. Season the chicken breasts generously with paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper ensuring an even coating.
  3. Carefully place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet and sear each side for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream, gently stirring to combine with the pan's remnants. Lower the heat slightly and let it simmer for about 10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  5. Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the chicken before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

This dish is quick to prepare, making it perfect for weeknight dinners. Feel free to experiment with protein choices to fit your dietary preferences.

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