Chicken Braised In Walnut Sauce

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A rich and creamy European-inspired braise with tender chicken and a velvety walnut sauce
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This comforting dish features tender chicken pieces slow-cooked in a luxurious, nutty sauce. The combination of buttery onions, fragrant thyme, and creamy milk creates a deep, savory base. Crushed walnuts add a delightful crunch and earthy richness, while a hint of nutmeg warms the palate. The sauce is thickened gently with egg yolks for a silky texture that coats the meat beautifully. It’s an elegant yet home-style meal perfect for a cozy dinner or a special family gathering. Serve with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce.

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Chicken Braised In Walnut Sauce

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 Calories: 59.8

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This comforting dish features tender chicken pieces slow-cooked in a luxurious, nutty sauce. The combination of buttery onions, fragrant thyme, and creamy milk creates a deep, savory base. Crushed walnuts add a delightful crunch and earthy richness, while a hint of nutmeg warms the palate. The sauce is thickened gently with egg yolks for a silky texture that coats the meat beautifully. It&# 226;€™s an elegant yet home-style meal perfect for a cozy dinner or a special family gathering. Serve with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Prepare the chicken by washing, drying, and cutting it into serving pieces if necessary.
  2. Crush the walnuts in a food processor or mortar until coarse.
  3. Season the chicken pieces lightly with salt and freshly ground pepper.
  4. In a heavy frying pan, melt butter over medium heat and sauté the sliced onion until soft and translucent.
  5. Add the chicken pieces to the pan and sauté until browned on all sides.
  6. Add the bay leaf, fresh thyme sprig, and enough hot water to almost cover the chicken.
  7. Cover the pan tightly and simmer gently for about 1 hour, or until the chicken is tender.
  8. Remove the chicken to a warm platter using a slotted spoon and keep warm.
  9. Strain the cooking liquid from the pan into a small saucepan, discarding solids.
  10. In a bowl, whisk together the milk, egg yolks, and grated nutmeg.
  11. Bring the strained cooking liquid to a boil, then remove from heat.
  12. Slowly whisk the hot liquid into the egg yolk mixture to temper it.
  13. Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over very low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened but not boiling.
  14. Stir in the crushed walnuts and simmer for one more minute.
  15. Pour the sauce over the chicken and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 59.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.0g5%
Saturated Fat 0.8g4%
Cholesterol 22.2mg8%
Sodium 20.5mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 6.8g14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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