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A visually stunning plate of Gordon Ramsay's chicken pilaf recipe, brimming with flavorful chicken, aromatic spices, and fluffy rice.

Gordon Ramsay Chicken Bechamel

Hey everyone! This Chicken Bechamel recipe is a fantastic way to bring a touch of Gordon Ramsay's comfort food into your kitchen, perfect for a weeknight meal.
It's incredibly simple to make, healthy, and guarantees a wonderfully creamy, satisfying dish that the whole family will adore.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: European, French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g Chicken breast diced into 2cm pieces
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 small Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 50 g Unsalted butter
  • 50 g Plain flour
  • 500 ml Whole milk warm
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg grated
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Season the diced chicken pieces with a pinch of salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. To make the bechamel sauce, add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the plain flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a roux. This helps cook out the raw flour taste.
  4. Gradually pour in the warm milk, a little at a time, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens and becomes smooth. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Stir in the grated nutmeg, salt, and black pepper into the bechamel sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the bechamel sauce. Stir gently to combine, ensuring the chicken is fully coated. Heat through for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Serve the Gordon Ramsay Chicken Bechamel immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. It's delicious with rice, pasta, or crusty bread!

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a splash of dry white wine to the onions before adding the butter for the roux. It adds a lovely tang!

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