Creamy Chicken and Leek Skillet
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Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2
Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
- 3
Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 4
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sliced leek. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they are softened.
- 5
Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- 6
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the yogurt until well combined. Allow it to warm gently.
- 7
Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the yogurt sauce. Coat the chicken with the sauce and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
- 8
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- 9
Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- 10
Serves 4
A comforting homestyle dish featuring seared chicken simmered with sautéed leeks and onions, finished with a creamy yogurt-based sauce.
