Best 7 Chicken In Creamy Pan Sauce Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with the delectable flavors of chicken cooked in a creamy pan sauce. This classic dish is a culinary symphony that combines tender chicken with a rich and velvety sauce, resulting in a meal that is both comforting and elegant. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the steps of creating this timeless dish that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN IN CREAMY PAN SAUCE



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Watch this video to learn how to make a quick-and-easy cream cheese chicken dish! Learn more about this Chicken in Creamy Pan Sauce recipe today.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 lb.)
2 Tbsp. flour
1 Tbsp. oil
3/4 cup fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Coat chicken with flour. Heat oil in large skillet on medium heat. Add chicken; cook 5 to 6 min. on each side or until done (165°F). Remove chicken from skillet, reserving drippings in skillet. Cover chicken to keep warm.
  • Add broth to skillet; stir to scrape up browned bits from bottom of skillet. Add cream cheese; cook 2 to 3 min. or until cream cheese is melted and sauce starts to thicken, stirring constantly with whisk.
  • Return chicken to skillet; turn to coat both sides of each breast with sauce. Cook 2 min. or until chicken is heated through. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Sodium 250 mg, Carbohydrate 4 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 1 g, Protein 27 g

PAN-ROASTED CHICKEN IN CREAM SAUCE



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This recipe is an adaptation of a dish the chef Angie Mar serves at the Beatrice Inn in Manhattan, the chicken crisped in a pan, then napped in a Madeira-laced cream sauce dotted with morels. Which sounds fancy and hard to make but isn't, really. Brown the chicken, and set it aside to rest. Cook the morels in the remaining fat - you could swap them out for another wild mushroom or even button mushrooms in a pinch - and then flash them with Cognac, which you'll find will come in handy again and again once you start cooking with it. (Try it on steak au poivre!) Then build up a sauce with cream and a little butter and crème fraîche for gloss, get the chicken into it and add some fresh savory and tarragon at the end - or just one of those, or neither. Make the dish as you prefer or as you can. It's luxurious, every time.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     poultry, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 chicken, 4 to 4 1/2 pounds, cut into pieces, or some combination of chicken parts on or off the bone, approximately 3 pounds
Kosher salt to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
12 to 15 morels or other wild mushrooms, approximately 3 1/2 ounces
1/4 cup Cognac
1 1/2 cups chicken stock, homemade or low-sodium
2/3 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup Madeira wine
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon crème fraîche or Greek-style yogurt
2 teaspoons finely chopped savory
1 tablespoon finely chopped tarragon
1/2 tablespoon finely chopped parsley, to finish

Steps:

  • Season the chicken parts aggressively with salt. Set a Dutch oven or large, high-sided sauté pan over high heat, and swirl the olive oil into it. When it is shimmering and about to smoke, turn the heat to medium high, and working in batches, add the chicken to the pan, skin-side down, setting the pieces aside to rest when they are golden and crisp on one side and just kissed by the heat on the other, approximately 30 minutes for all the meat.
  • Discard all but 2 tablespoons of fat in the pan, then return it to medium-high heat and add the mushrooms, tossing to coat them with fat. Cook, stirring often, until the mushrooms just begin to soften, approximately 3-4 minutes, then remove the pan from the heat. Add the Cognac, and carefully ignite it with a match, or simply cook it on very low heat until the alcohol has evaporated and the mushrooms are glossy.
  • Scrape the mushrooms to the sides of the pan, then add to it the chicken pieces, arranged in a single layer if possible. Pour 1 to 1 1/2 cups of chicken stock around the chicken. It should rise about halfway up each piece. Lower heat to medium, allow the mixture to come to a low simmer, then put a lid on the pan and allow the mixture to cook slowly until the meat has cooked through, approximately 15 minutes.
  • Remove the lid from the pan, and transfer the chicken pieces to a platter to rest. Turn the heat to medium high, and allow the chicken stock to reduce by 1/3, then add the heavy cream, and stir to incorporate. Let this mixture simmer for a minute or 2 until it starts to thicken, then add the Madeira, and swirl again to combine.
  • Continue cooking the sauce until it can enrobe the back of a spoon, approximately 2-3 minutes more, then stir in the butter, crème fraîche and chopped savory and stir to combine. Turn the heat off, add the tarragon, stir one more time and then return the chicken pieces to the pan. Spoon some sauce over the chicken, sprinkle with the parsley and serve.

CHICKEN IN CREAMY PAN SAUCE



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I got this recipe from Kraft Foods magazine and loved it! It's a creamy alfredo-type sauce on chicken. It's delicious!

Provided by Chalsea

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (about 4 small halves)
2 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon oil
3/4 cup chicken broth
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1 tablespoon parsley
2 tablespoons fresh basil

Steps:

  • Place chicken inside a resealable plastic bag, along with the flour, seal bag. Shake chicken around a bit to coat evenly with the flour. Set aside.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet on medium heat. Add the chicken and cook 5-6 minutes on each side or until it's cooked through. Remove chicken, reserving dripping sin the skillet. Cover chicken to keep warm.
  • Add broth to the skillet. Stir with a wooden spoon to scrape up all those flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  • Add the cream cheese. Cook 2-3 minutes or until cream cheese is melted and the sauce starts to thicken, stirring constantly with a wire whisk.
  • Return the chicken to skillet; turn over to coat both sides with the creamy sauce. Cook 2 minutes or until chicken is heated through.
  • Transfer chicken to a serving platter. Sprinkle with parsley. You can also top it with a cup of quartered cherry tomatoes. Then drizzle with sauce and then 2 tbsp of fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276, Fat 15, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 97, Sodium 301.4, Carbohydrate 4, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.2, Protein 29.7

CHICKEN IN CREAMY PAN SAUCE



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Chicken breasts simmered in a creamy sauce make an easy but elegant dinner.

Provided by Kraft

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 small boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon oil
¾ cup fat-free, reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 ounces PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Coat chicken with flour. Heat oil in large skillet on medium heat. Add chicken; cook 5 to 6 minutes on each side or until cooked through (165 degrees F). Remove chicken from skillet, reserving drippings in skillet. Cover chicken to keep warm.
  • Add broth to skillet; stir to scrape up browned bits from bottom of skillet. Add cream cheese; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until cream cheese is melted and sauce starts to thicken, stirring constantly with wire whisk.
  • Return chicken to skillet; turn over to coat both sides of chicken with sauce. Cook 2 minutes or until chicken is heated through. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Cholesterol 84.2 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 338.3 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

CHICKEN TENDERS WITH CREAMY LEMON-GARLIC SAUCE



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This creamy Alfredo-type chicken dish has become a favorite of my family. My daughter requests it constantly served over bow tie pasta. You can also serve it with rice.

Provided by Mark S.

Categories     Meat and Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Tenders Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ pounds chicken tenders
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon butter
5 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
½ cup dry white wine
2 cups chicken stock
½ cup half-and-half
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons cornstarch
4 teaspoons water

Steps:

  • Season flour with salt and pepper. Dredge chicken tenders in flour mixture until coated.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and brown for 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and keep warm.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.
  • Pour wine into the pan and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Add chicken stock and cook until sauce has reduced, about 10 minutes. Add half-and-half, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice; let reduce for 10 more minutes.
  • Dissolve cornstarch in water and add to the pan. Add chicken and allow to heat through, about 10 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 82.1 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 26.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 518.8 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

FARMHOUSE CHICKEN IN CREAMY PAN SAUCE



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Make and share this Farmhouse Chicken in Creamy Pan Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Diva Divine

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb chicken breast halve
2 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon peanut oil
3/4 cup chicken broth
4 ounces cream cheese (cubed)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes (quartered)

Steps:

  • Place chicken in resealable bag along with the flour;seal bag. Shake chicken around a bit to coat evenly. Set aside.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet on medium heat . Add chicken and cook 5-6 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Remove chicken reserving drippings in the skillet. Cover chicken to keep warm.
  • Add broth to the skillet. Stir with a wooden spoon to scrape up all those flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  • Add the cream cheese. Cook 2-3 minutes or until cream cheese is melted and the sauce starts to thicken, stirring constantly with a wire whisk.
  • Return the chicken to skillet, turn over to coat both sides. Cook 2 minutes or til chicken is heated through.
  • Transfer chicken to a serving platter. Sprinkle with parsley, and top with a cup of cherry tomatoes (quartered).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.5, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 103.8, Sodium 301, Carbohydrate 5.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.2, Protein 27.5

CREAMY PAN-FRIED CHICKEN



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In this recipe, a rich creamy mushroom sauce pairs nicely with crunchy, tender chicken. It's a one-of-a-kind meal that will have your family asking for seconds!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 egg
1 tablespoon milk
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 3-1/2 pounds), cut up
1/4 cup canola oil
4 green onions, sliced
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 tablespoons minced fresh dill or 2 teaspoons dill weed
2 cups half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, beat egg and milk. In another shallow bowl, combine 3/4 cup flour, 1 teaspoon salt, curry powder and pepper. Dip chicken pieces in egg mixture, then in flour mixture. , In a large skillet, brown chicken pieces on both sides. Cover and cook over low heat for 45 minutes or until juices run clear. Remove chicken from skillet and keep warm. , Discard all but 1 tablespoon drippings; saute onions and mushrooms in drippings over medium heat until tender. Stir in dill and remaining salt. , In a small bowl, combine a small amount of cream and remaining flour until smooth. Add to skillet along with remaining cream. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 780 calories, Fat 49g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 245mg cholesterol, Sodium 1079mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 51g protein.

Tips:

  • To ensure your chicken breasts cook evenly, use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound them to an even thickness.
  • For a richer sauce, use a combination of butter and olive oil to cook the chicken and vegetables.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken breasts. If necessary, cook them in batches to avoid steaming.
  • Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper before cooking. This will help to enhance their flavor.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your sauce. This will add color, flavor, and nutrients to the dish.
  • If you want a thicker sauce, add a cornstarch slurry (equal parts cornstarch and water) to the pan towards the end of cooking.
  • Serve the chicken in creamy pan sauce over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

Chicken in creamy pan sauce is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its creamy, flavorful sauce and tender chicken, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next meal. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this recipe a try.

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