Creamy Chicken with Requeijão: Easy & Delicious Recipe

Contents

• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Tips and Variations
• CHEF’s Tips

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 1 kg chicken breast cut into cubes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika

For the Requeijão Cream:

• 1 cup (200g) creamy requeijão
• 1/2 cup milk
• Chopped parsley to taste

Instructions

1. Season the chicken cubes with salt, black pepper, and sweet paprika.
2. In a pan, heat the olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until golden.
3. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until fully browned.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the requeijão with the milk until a smooth cream is obtained.
5. Pour the requeijão cream over the cooked chicken.
6. Cook over low heat for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cream thickens slightly.
7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve the creamy chicken hot.

Tips and Variations

• For a more intense flavor, add grated Parmesan cheese to the requeijão cream.
• Try adding sliced mushrooms to the chicken sauté.
• Serve the creamy chicken with white rice and mashed potatoes.
• For a lighter version, use light requeijão.
• Creamy chicken is a great option to vary your dinner.

CHEF’s Tips

To ensure your creamy chicken turns out perfectly, follow some essential tips. First, select a good quality requeijão, as it will make all the difference in the creaminess and flavor of the dish. When sautéing the chicken, be sure to brown it well to intensify the flavor. If you want a special touch, add a little grated nutmeg to the requeijão cream. Serve the creamy chicken with fluffy white rice and a fresh salad for a complete and balanced meal. This creamy chicken recipe is incredibly versatile and adaptable to your taste. Creamy chicken is a guaranteed success!