Chicken in cheese and cream sauce
4 servings
60 minutes
Chicken in cheese and cream sauce is an exquisite dish of Italian cuisine, captivating with its tenderness and rich flavor. The origins of this recipe trace back to Mediterranean culinary traditions, where creamy sauces harmoniously pair with meat. Tender chicken fillet infused with aromatic spices is fried to a golden crust and then enveloped in a velvety cheese sauce, creating a perfect combination of textures. Cream and grated cheese add richness and sophistication to the dish, while spices provide light spicy accents. This recipe is ideal for a cozy dinner or festive table, perfectly pairing with pasta or vegetable sides. It can be served with a glass of white wine to highlight the creamy taste and Italian character of the dish.
1
Cut the chicken fillet into cubes of about 1-1.5 cm. Fry in olive oil over medium heat, add salt and spices, and mix.
- Chicken fillet: 600 g
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Ground nutmeg: to taste
- Curry: to taste
- Ground pepper mix: to taste
2
At the moment the liquid is released, add the onion, increase the heat, and stir constantly until the chicken starts to develop a golden crust.
- Onion: 1 piece
3
Pour in the cream, reduce the heat to low. Stir to prevent the cream from curdling and add grated cheese. Leave for a couple of minutes and turn off.
- Cream 20%: 480 g
- Cheese: 100 g