Creamy Tuscan Chicken

INGREDIENTS

1 whole chicken, in pieces
Marinade:2 level teaspoons salt1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning2 heaped teaspoons freshly ground coarse black pepper1 teaspoon garlic powder2 tablespoons lemon juice⅓ cup Nando’s Garlic Sauce3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce3 tablespoons plain cream cheese
For Braising:1 generous drizzle of oil1 medium onion, finely grated5–6 fresh sage leaves2–3 sprigs fresh thyme3 pepper chillies (bird’s eye)
Also required:1 punnet white mushrooms, whole and rinsed
250 ml fresh creamFresh parsley, finely chopped

METHOD

Marinate the ChickenCombine all the marinade ingredients in a large bowl. Add the chicken pieces and coat thoroughly.Cover and marinate for 2 hours.
Braise the AromaticsHeat the oil in a wide, heavy-based pot over medium heat.Add the grated onion and cook until soft and fragrant.Add the sage, thyme, and green chillies. Sauté briefly to release their aroma.
Brown the Chicken & MushroomsAdd the marinated chicken together with the whole mushrooms, including all the marinade.Increase the heat slightly and allow the chicken and mushrooms to brown lightly, turning the pieces so some colour develops.
SimmerLower the heat, cover the pot, and allow to simmer for 20–25 minutes, turning once, until the chicken is nearly cooked through.
Add Cream & FinishStir in the fresh cream. Simmer uncovered for 10–15 minutes, until the sauce thickens and the chicken is fully cooked.Adjust seasoning if needed.
Garnish & ServeRemove herb stems, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot.Serve with plain buttered pasta, rice or ciabatta bread.

INFO & TIPS

Rescue Tip (If dairy splits)
If the sauce appears grainy after simmering, remove the pot from the heat and use an immersion blender to smooth the sauce.

POSTED ON

10 Jan 2026

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