Here are a few delicious continental-style chicken recipes—inspired by European and Western cuisine—that you can easily try at home:
1. Chicken Stroganoff
A creamy, flavorful Russian-inspired dish perfect with rice or pasta.
Ingredients:
- 500g boneless chicken, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 200g mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tbsp garlic, minced
- 1 cup fresh cream or sour cream
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- Salt, pepper, and paprika
- Butter and olive oil
Instructions:
- Sauté onions and garlic in butter and oil.
- Add chicken and cook until browned.
- Add mushrooms, stir well.
- Pour in stock, mustard, and cream. Simmer till thickened.
- Season with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Serve hot with rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.
2. Grilled Herb Chicken with Garlic Butter
Simple grilled chicken seasoned with herbs and served with garlic butter.
Ingredients:
- 4 chicken breasts
- Olive oil
- 1 tsp mixed Italian herbs (oregano, thyme, rosemary)
- Salt and pepper
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Parsley for garnish
Instructions:
- Marinate chicken with olive oil, herbs, salt, and pepper for 30 min.
- Grill on medium heat until cooked through.
- Melt butter and sauté garlic. Pour over grilled chicken.
- Garnish with parsley and serve with roasted vegetables or salad.
3. Chicken à la King
A creamy chicken and vegetable stew, usually served over rice, pasta, or toast.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup mushrooms
- 1/2 cup bell peppers (chopped)
- 1/4 cup peas
- Salt and pepper
Instructions:
- Sauté mushrooms and peppers in butter.
- Stir in flour to make a roux.
- Slowly add broth and milk, stirring till thick.
- Add chicken, peas, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer 10 mins. Serve over toast, rice, or puff pastry.
4. Lemon Butter Chicken
Tangy and buttery chicken that pairs well with pasta or sautéed greens.
Ingredients:
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 lemon (juice + zest)
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp thyme or rosemary
- Salt and pepper
Instructions:
- Sear seasoned chicken in butter.
- Add garlic, lemon juice, and zest.
- Sprinkle thyme, cover, and simmer until chicken is cooked.
- Spoon sauce over chicken and serve with spaghetti or mashed potatoes.