Description
A creamy, comforting dish with tender seared chicken breasts, sweet peppers, and onions in a rich white sauce infused with mustard, garlic, and Turkish-inspired spices. Perfect for serving over rice, couscous, or with crusty bread.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard (or grainy mustard)
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a light sprinkle of paprika.
2. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken on both sides until golden, about 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, sauté sliced onions and red bell pepper until softened and caramelized, about 6–8 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
4. Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, paprika, and chili flakes. Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes, letting it thicken slightly.
5. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top.
6. Transfer skillet to a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C). Bake for 15–20 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temp: 165°F / 74°C).
7. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
For extra richness, substitute some of the cream with crème fraîche or sour cream.
Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts; increase baking time by 5–7 minutes.
Add mushrooms or spinach for extra texture and nutrition—just stir into the sauce before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Turkish-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: Creamy chicken, white sauce, Turkish chicken