This creamy chicken recipe is ready in just 45 minutes! Tender, flavorful chicken combined with creamy béchamel sauce, egg yolks, fresh parsley, and Worcestershire sauce for a rich and delicious family-friendly dinner.
Looking for an easy chicken dinner with a rich and creamy sauce? This creamy chicken is a delicious Portuguese-style dish made with tender chicken, béchamel sauce, egg yolks, parsley, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce. The result is a rich and flavorful sauce that brings all the ingredients together in every bite.
With just 5 minutes of prep and about 40 minutes of cooking time, this easy chicken recipe is perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or a family meal. Serve it with crispy French Fries, Roasted Potatoes, Curry Rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
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Ingredients for Creamy Chicken
Here you'll find all the ingredients needed to make this recipe:
- Chicken - The main protein of the dish, providing a tender and flavorful base for the creamy sauce.
- Olive oil - Used to cook the chicken, adding richness and flavor.
- Nutmeg - Adds and aromatic note that pairs perfectly with the chicken and creamy sauce.
- Worcestershire sauce - Adds a spicy flavor to chicken.
- Parsley - Adds freshness, color, and a light herbal flavor that balances the richness of the sauce.
- Pepper - Adds a slightly spicy touch and enhances the overall flavor of the chicken.
- All-purpose flour - Helps thicken the sauce and gives it a smoother, creamier consistency.
- Egg yolks - They add creaminess, flavor, and color to the creamy sauce.
- Béchamel sauce - Forms the creamy base of the sauce, making the chicken rich and tender.
- Salt - Enhances the flavors of the chicken, seasonings, and creamy sauce.
Below you’ll find the correct measurement of all ingredients and the step-by-step guide for this recipe.
How to Make Creamy Chicken
Step 1: Season the chicken with salt, nutmeg, Worcestershire sauce and pepper.
Step 2: In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over low heat. Once hot, add the chicken along with the marinade. Stir well with a wooden spoon, cover the pan, and cook over medium-low heat for about 35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
Step 3: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, béchamel sauce, and chopped parsley until well combined. Set aside.
Step 4: When the chicken is almost done, sprinkle it with one tablespoon of flour. Mix the flour well, then briefly remove the pan from the heat.
Step 5: Add the béchamel and egg yolk mixture and stir well until fully incorporated. Return the pan to the heat and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
Step 6: Turn off the heat and serve with fries, rice or roasted potatoes.
Variations
• Creamy Chicken Breast - Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces for an easier version. Reduce the cooking time as needed to prevent the chicken from drying out.
• Creamy Chicken with Mushrooms - Add sliced mushrooms while cooking the chicken for extra flavor and texture.
• Creamy Garlic Chicken - Add one or two finely minced garlic cloves to the olive oil before adding the chicken for a more pronounced garlic flavor.
• Creamy Chicken with Rice - Serve the chicken over rice. The rice pairs particularly well with the creamy sauce.
• Creamy Chicken with Potatoes - Serve with oven roasted potatoes or French fries for a hearty Portuguese-style meal.
Tips for Creamy Chicken
• Don't rush the chicken - Cook it over medium-low heat so it becomes tender without browning too aggressively.
• Remove the pan from the heat briefly - This makes it easier to incorporate the béchamel and egg yolk mixture.
• Don't boil the sauce after adding the egg yolks - Cook over low heat for just a few minutes and stir occasionally. This helps keep the sauce smooth.
• Taste before serving - Worcestershire sauce, béchamel and chicken can vary in saltiness, so adjust the seasoning at the end.
• Have a side ready for the sauce - French fries are the traditional choice in the current recipe, but rice, roasted potatoes or crusty bread are excellent alternatives.
FAQs
What is creamy chicken?
Creamy chicken is a chicken dish served with a rich, creamy sauce. In this Portuguese-style version, béchamel sauce and egg yolks are combined with the cooked chicken to create a smooth and flavorful sauce.
What can I serve with creamy chicken?
Creamy chicken is delicious with French fries, roasted potatoes, white rice or crusty bread. The sauce is especially good with sides that can soak it up.
Can I use chicken breast?
Yes. Chicken breast can be used instead of chicken pieces. Since chicken breast is leaner, avoid overcooking it so it stays tender and juicy (cut the chicken breast into pieces).
Can I use homemade béchamel sauce?
Absolutely. Homemade béchamel works very well in this recipe and gives you more control over the consistency and seasoning of the sauce.
Is creamy chicken good for a weeknight dinner?
Yes. With only about 5 minutes of preparation and 40 minutes of cooking, this is a practical chicken dinner for busy weeknights.
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Creamy Chicken
This creamy chicken recipe is ready in just 45 minutes! Tender, flavorful chicken combined with creamy béchamel sauce, egg yolks, fresh parsley, and Worcestershire sauce for a rich and delicious family-friendly dinner.
- 1.5 kg (3 1/3 pounds) chicken cut into pieces
- 75 ml (1/3 cup) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Parsley (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 3 egg yolks
- 200 ml (about 1 cup) béchamel sauce
- Salt (to taste)
- Season the chicken with salt, nutmeg, Worcestershire sauce and pepper.
- In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over low heat. Once hot, add the chicken along with the marinade. Stir well with a wooden spoon, cover the pan, and cook over medium-low heat for about 35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, béchamel sauce, and chopped parsley until well combined. Set aside.
- When the chicken is almost done, sprinkle it with one tablespoon of flour. Mix the flour well, then briefly remove the pan from the heat.
- Add the béchamel and egg yolk mixture and stir well until fully incorporated. Return the pan to the heat and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
- Turn off the heat and serve while hot.
