Description
If you’re craving bold flavor and comfort all in one pan, this Turkish Chicken with Creamy White Sauce is a must-try. Juicy seared chicken simmers with roasted peppers and onions in a luxuriously spiced cream sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend meal, this dish is rich, satisfying, and incredibly easy to make. Great for those looking for easy dinner ideas, food ideas for guests, or even a quick comfort meal that pairs beautifully with rice, flatbread, or vegetables. An easy recipe that turns ordinary ingredients into a creamy, flavorful dish — one of the best dinner ideas you’ll find.
Ingredients
4 boneless chicken thighs or breasts
2 red bell peppers, sliced
1 large onion, sliced
1 cup heavy cream
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and cumin.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken on both sides until golden. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same pan, add butter, then onions and bell peppers. Sauté until soft and slightly caramelized.
4. Stir in minced garlic and optional chili flakes. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Reduce heat to low, pour in the cream, and stir to deglaze the pan and combine everything. Simmer for 3–5 minutes.
6. Return chicken to the pan, cover, and simmer on low for 10–15 minutes until fully cooked.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning.
8. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk.
Don’t skip the searing step — it builds deep flavor.
Let the dish rest a few minutes before serving to help the sauce thicken naturally.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: easy dinner, chicken recipe, creamy chicken, Turkish food, one-pan meal, quick dinner, comfort food