Irish Chicken in Barley Tea Cream Sauce
Irish Chicken in Barley Tea Cream Sauce is a delightful twist on traditional chicken dishes, blending tender chicken with the earthy flavors of barley tea and a rich cream sauce. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. In just 30 minutes, you can create a comforting meal that’s both memorable and satisfying. The creamy sauce elevates the chicken while offering versatility in serving options, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup barley tea
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion for 3-4 minutes; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Deglaze with barley tea, scraping browned bits from the skillet; simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream; let thicken for 5-7 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet and simmer together for about 5 minutes before garnishing with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg