Best 5 Chicken A La Creme Recipes

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# Delightful Creamy Goodness: A Culinary Journey with Chicken à la Crème

Indulge in a symphony of flavors with Chicken à la Crème, a classic French dish that embodies culinary elegance and comfort. This delectable dish features tender chicken nestled in a velvety crème sauce, each bite a harmonious blend of richness and sophistication. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with our curated collection of Chicken à la Crème recipes, each offering a unique twist on this timeless classic.

1. **Classic Chicken à la Crème:** Embark on a culinary adventure with the traditional Chicken à la Crème recipe. This timeless version showcases the essence of the dish, with succulent chicken seared to perfection and enveloped in a luscious cream sauce infused with aromatic herbs and a touch of white wine.

2. **Creamy Chicken with Mushrooms:** Elevate your Chicken à la Crème experience with the addition of sautéed mushrooms. This variation introduces an earthy dimension, as succulent chicken and tender mushrooms dance harmoniously in a creamy embrace.

3. **Chicken à la Crème with Bacon:** Experience a symphony of flavors with the inclusion of crispy bacon in this Chicken à la Crème recipe. The smoky, savory bacon adds a delightful textural contrast and an extra layer of richness to the creamy sauce.

4. **One-Pot Chicken à la Crème:** Embrace convenience without compromising taste with this one-pot Chicken à la Crème recipe. This culinary symphony unfolds in a single pot, effortlessly combining chicken, vegetables, and a velvety cream sauce for a satisfying meal with minimal cleanup.

5. **Chicken à la Crème with Spinach:** Indulge in a nutritious twist with Chicken à la Crème with Spinach. This recipe incorporates tender spinach leaves into the creamy sauce, adding a vibrant green hue and an extra serving of leafy goodness to your plate.

6. **Crock-Pot Chicken à la Crème:** Discover the ease of slow-cooked comfort with Crock-Pot Chicken à la Crème. Simply toss your ingredients into the crock pot and let the magic happen. This recipe delivers fall-off-the-bone chicken enveloped in a luscious cream sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or effortless entertaining.

7. **Chicken à la Crème with Artichoke Hearts:** Experience a delightful textural twist with Chicken à la Crème with Artichoke Hearts. This recipe introduces tender artichoke hearts to the creamy sauce, adding a subtle tang and a delightful crunch that complements the richness of the dish.

8. **Chicken à la Crème with Sun-Dried Tomatoes:** Infuse a burst of Mediterranean sunshine into your Chicken à la Crème with Sun-Dried Tomatoes. This recipe incorporates sun-kissed tomatoes, imparting a tangy sweetness that beautifully balances the creamy sauce.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN A LA CREME



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A simple, fast and delicious French recipe for chicken tenders in a rich cream sauce. You'll want to serve it with crusty French bread to sop up every drop!

Provided by Patty Pelfrey

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     French

Time 22m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

¼ cup butter
1 ½ pounds chicken breast tenderloins or strips
salt and pepper to taste
1 pint heavy cream

Steps:

  • Melt half of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken tenders with salt and pepper, and saute them in butter until golden on all sides, about 10 minutes. Add the remaining butter, reduce heat to medium, and cook for 5 more minutes.
  • Pour the heavy cream into the skillet, and simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and chicken is cooked through. Best when served with fresh French bread for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466.4 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 194.9 mg, Fat 38.4 g, Protein 27.9 g, SaturatedFat 23.5 g, Sodium 223 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

CHICKEN A LA CREME



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I found this on another site. We gave it a try and it's really simple and delicious. I had it on the table in no time so it's great for a quick weeknight meal. Try it over biscuits. I'm posting this for ZWT5 for France.

Provided by Realtor by day

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 22m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/4 cup butter
1 1/2 lbs chicken tenderloins (I used regular chicken breasts and cubed them)
salt and pepper
1 pint heavy cream

Steps:

  • Melt half of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Season chicken tenders with salt and pepper, and saute them in butter until golden on all sides, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the remaining butter, reduce heat to medium, and cook for 5 more minutes.
  • Pour the heavy cream into the skillet, and simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and chicken is cooked through.
  • Serve with fresh crusty French bread for sopping up the sauce.

SUPRêME DE VOLAILLE FERMIèRE à LA CRèME (CHICKEN BREAST IN CREAM)



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The author Bill Buford adapted this recipe, which he learned while working with the chef Mathieu Viannay at La Mère Brazier in Lyon, France. (Mr. Buford worked with the chef while researching his book "Dirt.") If you just made a batch of chicken stock, there are few better things to do with it than poaching chicken breasts in it. You get two benefits: white meat that is about as moist and tender as possible, and stock that is stronger than when you started, particularly if you poach the entire bird and save the legs for another night. The goal is to keep the liquid well below boiling; it's a stove-top approximation of the sous vide technique.

Provided by Pete Wells

Categories     dinner, lunch, poultry, main course

Time 2h

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 whole large (4-pound) chicken, trussed, or legs tied with kitchen string
2 quarts (8 cups) chicken stock
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup light cream
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon white port (optional)

Steps:

  • Set the chicken in a large, deep pot. Add the chicken stock, then add enough water to cover the chicken completely. Heat over high until the temperature of the cooking liquid reaches 160 degrees and is hot enough to steam. Cook the chicken until the inner thighs reach a temperature of 145 degrees, 30 to 40 minutes, monitoring the temperature and reducing the heat as needed throughout the cooking process to make sure the liquid stays under a simmer. Remove chicken from liquid and let rest until cool enough to handle, about 15 minutes.
  • While chicken rests, start the sauce: In a medium saucepan, whisk the butter and flour over low heat until the mixture melts into a thick, pale roux, 2 to 3 minutes. Slowly add 3 cups of the hot chicken stock to the roux, whisking constantly over low heat, until roux and the liquid are emulsified. Bring to a simmer and cook, whisking occasionally, until the mixture is reduced to 2 cups, about 15 minutes. (Let the remaining stock cool, then refrigerate or freeze for future use.)
  • Meanwhile, remove the legs (they will not be fully cooked) and set them aside for another use (see Note). Carefully remove the skin from the chicken breasts, then, starting with the pointed end of each breast, separate the breasts from the breastbone, with your thumb if possible (or your knife if necessary), gently moving your thumb down the center bone that separates the two breasts on each side. Using a knife, ensure that you remove the rest of the breast meat (including the filets) from the bone without tearing; remove and discard any membranes from the surface of each breast. (The meat nearest the bone might still be slightly uncooked, but it will cook through in Step 6.)
  • Whisk the cream into the sauce in the saucepan, and continue to cook at a simmer until the sauce is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon and has reduced to about 2 1/2 cups, another 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Whisk in the mustard, then lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper, then add the port, if using.
  • Add the breasts to the sauce to reheat, basting them until fully cooked through, about 5 minutes. Transfer each breast to a warmed plate and slice thickly, if desired. Gently spoon the sauce over the breast to serve.

CHICKEN A LA CREMA



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Chicken a la crema is one of my favorite recipes and one of the greatest chicken recipes of all time. It's simple to make, incredibly comforting, and gorgeous to look at. Sauteed mushrooms and onions are well browed to add extra flavor and give the sauce a beautifully rich color. Spoon this into a bowl alongside rice and top with a dollop of creme fraiche and a sprinkle of cilantro, or wrap it up in a fresh, warm tortilla and dunk it in the sauce--no matter how you serve it, this dish should be on every chicken lover's bucket list.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (4.5 pound) whole chicken, quartered
1 yellow onion, roughly chopped
2 cups thickly sliced mushrooms
1 tablespoon kosher salt, or more to taste
1 tablespoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 poblano peppers, seeded and thinly sliced
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
4 cups chicken broth
1 large bay leaf
1 ½ cups creme fraiche, divided
2 sprigs fresh oregano, leaves stripped and finely chopped
½ cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Brown chicken in olive oil in a Dutch oven over high heat until nice and dark on both sides and fat has rendered, 6 to 8 minutes per side. Remove chicken to a bowl.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add onion, mushrooms, and salt to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until well browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Add chili powder, cayenne, black pepper, cumin, dried oregano, garlic, and poblano peppers. Cook and stir until peppers begin to soften, about 3 minutes.
  • Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and bay leaf; stir and increase heat to high. Stir in 1 cup creme fraiche and fresh oregano and bring to a simmer. Add chicken and any accumulated juices to the pot, nestling them into the broth so they are covered. Reduce heat to low or medium-low to maintain a gentle, steady simmer. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked through, about 1 hour 15 minutes.
  • Use tongs to carefully transfer chicken to a bowl and let cool enough to handle. Increase heat to medium-high. Cook until braising liquids have reduced by about half, 15 to 20 minutes, skimming off fat from the surface as it cooks.
  • Meanwhile, remove and discard skin and bones from chicken (or save to make stock). Break up the meat into large or small pieces and save any edible drippings.
  • Reduce heat to low and add chicken meat and drippings to the sauce. Simmer until chicken has absorbed the flavor from the sauce, about 15 minutes. Turn off heat and stir in chopped cilantro and remaining creme fraiche. Taste to adjust salt and seasonings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 733.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Cholesterol 231 mg, Fat 53.7 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 51.5 g, SaturatedFat 22.1 g, Sodium 2026.6 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

CHICKEN A LA CREME



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This is a family favorite. It is a very versital recipe. We have eaten this over noodles, rice and veggies. We have also eaten it plain and used french bread to soak up the broth. I have also added mushrooms to this to make it a bit "different". I've also used fresh garlic and onions for a change. You can also replace olive oil for some of the butter.

Provided by bmcnichol

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup butter
1 1/2 lbs chicken tenderloins (cut in chunks) or 1 1/2 lbs bonesless chicken breasts (cut in chunks)
seasoning salt
pepper
garlic powder
1 pint heavy cream
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Melt half of the butter in skillet.
  • Season chicken with salt, garlic powder and pepper.
  • Cook in butter until golden on all sides, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the remaining butter and cook for 5 more minutes.
  • Pour cream into skillet, and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally,
  • Cook until chicken is done.
  • If needed, add a tablespoon of cornstarch to thicken up the sauce.
  • Add more garlic and pepper to sauce if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476, Fat 38.9, SaturatedFat 23.6, Cholesterol 194.8, Sodium 161.9, Carbohydrate 3.4, Sugar 0.1, Protein 28

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the dish will taste. Use free-range, organic chicken if possible, and fresh vegetables and herbs.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When searing the chicken, make sure to give it enough space so that it can brown evenly. If you overcrowd the pan, the chicken will steam instead of sear.
  • Cook the chicken until it is cooked through: Use a meat thermometer to make sure that the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit before serving.
  • Use a good quality white wine: The wine you use in this dish should be one that you would enjoy drinking on its own. A dry white wine, such as a Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay, is a good option.
  • Let the sauce simmer for a while: Simmering the sauce allows the flavors to meld together and develop. For the best results, simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes.
  • Serve the dish with your favorite sides: Chicken à la crème is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides. Some popular options include rice, pasta, mashed potatoes, and roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

Chicken à la crème is a classic French dish that is both delicious and easy to make. By following these tips, you can create a perfect Chicken à la crème that your family and friends will love. The creamy, flavorful sauce and tender chicken make this dish a winner. Whether you're serving it for a special occasion or a weeknight meal, Chicken à la crème is sure to please everyone at the table.

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