Chicken in Saffron Cream
photo by Chef Kayce
- Ready In:
- 2hrs 30mins
- Ingredients:
- 15
- Serves:
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4
ingredients
- 3⁄4 teaspoon saffron thread, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 1⁄2 - 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4)
- 3⁄4 teaspoon salt
- 1⁄4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1⁄4 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 large shallot, finely minced
- 1⁄2 inch piece gingerroot, peeled and grated (about 1 tsp)
- 1 large garlic clove, minced
- 1⁄4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1⁄2 cup european style plain yogurt (whole or 2% fat)
- 1⁄4 cup cilantro leaf, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
directions
- Put the saffron into a small bowl; cover with 2 tablespooons of very hot water.
- Cover tightly, let steep at least 20 minutes but preferably 2 hours.
- Drizzle one Tbs of the oil over both sides of the chicken, rubbing it in with the back of a spoon.
- In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, and coriander.
- Sprinkle the spices over the chicken; let stand 10 minutes.
- Heat the butter and remaining tablespoon of oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat; saute the chicken until lightly browned on bothsides.
- Use tongs to transfer the chicken to a plate.
- Add the shallot, ginger, garlic and nutmeg to the skillet; saute over low heat for 3 minutes.
- Add the cream and yogurt; stir until well mixed. When the cream is steaming hot, return the chicken and its juices to the skillet; spoon the sauce over the chicen.
- Cover and simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is just done ( no longer pink in the center when cut into with a knife), 15 to 20 minutes.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of cream or milk.
- Stir in cilantro, saffron/watter and garam masala. Adjust the salt to taste.
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WINE RECOMMENDATION:
- Crisp, dry Rose'.
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Reviews
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This is an excellent recipe. I had two small problems (my part) with not having all ingredients and being too lazy to go out for them. I did not have heavy cream, so replaced with sour cream. Did not have fresh cilantro, so used dried (soaked in water with saffron).<br/><br/>This recipe is easy to do and flavors are beautifully combined. Using fresh ginger and grating the nutmeg does make a difference, so do recommend it as compared to using dried versions.<br/><br/>I used Basmati rice to go with it (debated a veggie, but husband said not). Excellent recipe Sondra!
RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
Sondra Beth
United States
I'm from Vancouver WA and work in the Medical Device industry.. Cooking is a great outlet. I love finding fun and interesting recipes to modify and make my own :) then share with my friends & family.