Irish Chicken Whiskey Cream Sauce: A Creamy Indulgence with Turkey Bacon
A rich and flavorful Irish chicken dish featuring a delightful whiskey cream sauce and savory turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Irish
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Irish whiskey
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and chop.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
- Add chicken breasts, season with salt, pepper, and thyme, cooking until golden brown.
- Pour in Irish whiskey, scraping the bottom to deglaze the pan.
- Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Mix in the chopped turkey bacon and cook until the sauce thickens.
- Serve hot over pasta or rice.
Notes
- For added flavor, let the whiskey cook longer for a stronger taste.
- Pair with a side of steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Irish Chicken, Whiskey Cream Sauce, Turkey Bacon