Irish Chicken in Barley Tea Cream Sauce
Indulge in the cozy flavors of Irish Chicken in Barley Tea Cream Sauce, a dish that delivers warmth and satisfaction with every bite. This delightful recipe features tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce infused with the unique essence of barley tea. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your palate. Serve it alongside mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup barley tea (cooled)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for about 6–7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Pour in barley tea and let it reduce slightly before stirring in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and chicken broth.
- Return chicken to the skillet; simmer in the sauce for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley and chives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg