This Amaretto Chicken recipe is the perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors. The chicken is cooked to perfection in a rich and creamy amaretto sauce that will have your taste buds begging for more. This dish is sure to impress your family and friends at any dinner party.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup amaretto liqueur
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
Directions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add amaretto liqueur and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and butter until well combined.
- Return chicken to skillet and simmer for another 5-7 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened.
- Serve chicken topped with toasted almonds.
- Enjoy your delicious Amaretto Chicken!
Interesting Facts
Amaretto is a sweet Italian liqueur that adds a unique flavor to this dish.
Toasting the almonds brings out their nutty flavor and adds a nice crunch to the dish.