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Chicken In Cream

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This comforting Chicken in Cream is a hearty main course featuring tender chicken pieces and sliced mushrooms nestled in a luxurious, velvety sauce. The base combines heavy cream and b&# 195;©chamel for depth, brightened with a squeeze of fresh lemon and warmed by subtle hints of curry powder and paprika. A touch of tomato paste adds a savory richness that balances the dairy. ItâÂÂs an elegant yet simple weeknight dinner that feels indulgent without being overly complicated. Perfect served over fluffy rice or with boiled potatoes to soak up every drop of the flavorful sauce.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 1483.9
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This comforting Chicken in Cream is a hearty main course featuring tender chicken pieces and sliced mushrooms nestled in a luxurious, velvety sauce. The base combines heavy cream and b&# 195;©chamel for depth, brightened with a squeeze of fresh lemon and warmed by subtle hints of curry powder and paprika. A touch of tomato paste adds a savory richness that balances the dairy. ItâÂÂs an elegant yet simple weeknight dinner that feels indulgent without being overly complicated. Perfect served over fluffy rice or with boiled potatoes to soak up every drop of the flavorful sauce.
Ingredients
  • 2 Sweet Onions
  • 1 tablespoons Tomato paste
  • 1/4 cups Butter Pinch curry powder
  • 5 lbs Chicken pieces
  • 1/2 teaspoons Paprika
Directions
  1. 1
    Melt butter in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. 2
    Add sliced onions and sauté for 2 minutes until softened.
  3. 3
    Add chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper; cook until lightly browned.
  4. 4
    Pour in heavy cream and cover; simmer for 30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  5. 5
    Remove chicken pieces from the pan and set aside to keep warm.
  6. 6
    Stir béchamel sauce and tomato paste into the remaining cream sauce.
  7. 7
    Boil the sauce for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
  8. 8
    Remove from heat and strain the sauce to ensure smoothness, then return to pan.
  9. 9
    Whisk in curry powder, paprika, and lemon juice until well blended.
  10. 10
    Return the cooked chicken to the pan and add sliced mushrooms.
  11. 11
    Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld and mushrooms to cook.
  12. 12
    Serve hot with rice or boiled potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1483.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 80.3g124%
Saturated Fat 26.4g132%
Cholesterol 537.3mg180%
Sodium 563.8mg24%
Total Carbohydrate 4.7g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
Sugars 2.1g
Protein 153.9g308%

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

Keywords: chicken, cream, mushrooms, curry, paprika, bechamel, tomato paste, lemon, onions, heavy cream, italian, dinner, comfort food, simmered, sauteed
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