Irish Chicken in Barley Tea Cream Sauce
If you’re seeking a heartwarming and flavorful dish to elevate your dinner table, look no further than Irish Chicken in Barley Tea Cream Sauce. This comforting meal features juicy chicken breasts enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce infused with the unique depth of barley tea. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this family-friendly recipe is sure to impress everyone at your table. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can enjoy a taste of Ireland without any fuss.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup barley tea
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter then sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Pour in barley tea and allow it to reduce slightly.
- Add heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and chicken broth; simmer until thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and chives before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg