Description
This Turkish chicken creamy white sauce recipe is best enjoyed fresh, with something to soak up every bit of that silky sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Start by slicing the chicken breasts into thin strips. I like doing this while the kitchen is still quiet—it sets the tone for a calm, enjoyable cooking process.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden and fully cooked through. The gentle sizzle and browning edges are your cue that flavor is building. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
- In the same pan, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and let it cook just until fragrant—this is where the kitchen really starts to smell inviting.
- Sprinkle in the flour and stir continuously for about a minute. This step creates the base of your creamy sauce, so take your time and let it turn slightly golden.
- Slowly pour in the milk while whisking to avoid lumps. Then add the chicken broth. Watch as the sauce begins to thicken into a smooth, velvety consistency.
- Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and let it melt into the sauce, adding richness and depth.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and coat it thoroughly with the sauce. Let everything simmer gently for a few minutes so the flavors can come together.
- Serve warm, topped with fresh parsley.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with rice or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg