Creamy Turkish Chicken in 30 Minutes for Busy Nights
If you’re pressed for time but still want a delicious meal, this Creamy Turkish Chicken in 30 Minutes is the perfect solution. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich and flavorful creamy sauce infused with warm spices. Ideal for family dinners or impressing guests, it pairs beautifully with rice or pasta and can be customized with your favorite vegetables or proteins. With straightforward steps and accessible ingredients, you’ll have a satisfying meal ready in no time!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 4 pieces Chicken Breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 cup Heavy Cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 1 medium Onion
- 3 cloves Garlic
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and cumin. Add to the skillet; cook until golden brown on both sides (about 5-7 minutes per side).
- Reduce heat, pour in heavy cream, and stir to combine. Let simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Serve over rice or pasta, garnished with fresh herbs or lemon zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (150g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 95mg