Baked Chicken Breasts With Horseradish Cream Sauce Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Chicken Breasts With Horseradish Cream Sauce

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• Dijon Mustard
• White Wine Vinegar
• Salt And Pepper
• Chicken Breast Halves

How to Make Baked Chicken Breasts With Horseradish Cream Sauce

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
3. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until lightly browned.
4. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of milk, ensuring no lumps form. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens (about 3-5 minutes).
5. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar.
6. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Place 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each) in a baking dish.
8. Spoon half of the horseradish sauce evenly over the chicken breasts.
9. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
10. Broil for 2-3 minutes to lightly brown the chicken (optional).
11. Reheat the remaining sauce gently and serve over the baked chicken breasts.