Chicken with Saffron Cream Sauce
• 2 to 4 chicken breasts
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup dry white wine
• A Small Pinch of Heray Saffron (1/2 tsp saffron)
• Olive oil (for cooking)
• 1 tbsp Salt (for taste)
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 2 tbsp flour
• 1 cup chopped spinach or kale
• Serving Size: This recipe serves 2 to 4 people, depending on the number of chicken breasts used and individual portion sizes.
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20-30 minutes
• Total Time: Approximately 30-40 minutes
1. Prepare the Saffron Cream: Start by gently grinding the saffron and adding it to the heavy cream. Let it simmer on extra-low heat while you cook the chicken.
2. Cook the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat, then pan-fry the chicken until golden brown on both sides. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
3. Make the Sauce: In the same pan, add a bit more olive oil and the minced garlic. Cook for about a minute, then sprinkle in the flour and stir. Allow it to cook for another minute before deglazing the pan with white wine. Let the wine reduce by half.
4. Add Saffron Cream: Stir in the saffron-infused cream and let it thicken. If the sauce becomes too thick, you can add a little water or chicken stock to thin it out.
5. Incorporate Greens: Toss in the chopped spinach or kale and stir until the greens wilt.
6. Reheat Chicken: Return the chicken to the pan and allow it to reheat in the saffron cream sauce.
The rich flavors of Chicken with Saffron Cream Sauce, a luxurious dish that combines the delicate essence of saffron with tender chicken and a creamy white wine reduction. This recipe brings a balance of richness from the cream and freshness from spinach or kale, offering a beautifully aromatic dish perfect for a cozy dinner or an elegant meal to impress guests. Saffron’s distinct flavor elevates this creamy sauce into something truly special.
Saffron, often referred to as “red gold,” has been used in culinary traditions across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia for centuries. Its origins in regions like Afghanistan and Iran make it a key ingredient in many traditional dishes, often prized for its vibrant color, unique taste, and medicinal properties. In this recipe, saffron is blended with modern cooking techniques to create a creamy, luxurious sauce that pairs wonderfully with chicken.
This recipe was collaboratley created by Heray Spice & Chef Gina Hansen. Her Instagram is (@the_chubby_home_chef). Follow Heray Spice @herayspice
