Turkish Chicken with Creamy White Sauce
Tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich creamy white sauce with paprika and cumin.Ready in just 35 minutes using one pan.Perfect for an easy family dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic. Cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Season the chicken breasts with paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 4–5 minutes on each side until lightly browned.
- Pour in the heavy cream and gently stir to combine with the onions and garlic.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 12–15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened.
- Spoon the creamy sauce over the chicken and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
- Serve your Turkish Chicken with Creamy White Sauce hot with rice, pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
Notes
- Boneless chicken thighs can be substituted for chicken breasts.
- Fresh thyme or dill pairs beautifully with the creamy sauce.
- Serve with Turkish rice pilaf, roasted vegetables, or a fresh cucumber salad.