This post brought to you by The a2 Milk Company™. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Ciao Florentina. Enjoy this unbelievably easy, tender chicken in milk recipe with fragrant sage and garlic.
I don’t always cook chicken, but when I do it’s probably braised and so good it will make a vegetarian break its ways.
We still have good weather for braising stuff, make the house smell amazing and warm up with a bowl of stew, like this to die for chicken in milk recipe.
This week I’m working with a2 Milk® to bring you some new and delicious recipes. This sage and garlic chicken in milk recipe is the first of a 4 series campaign I’m working on, and so far we are over the moon.
As simple as it gets, pan roasted garlic, boneless skinless chicken thighs and fresh sage, all simmered gently in a2 Milk® until fork tender. Words can not describe !
This was my first recipe test with the a2 Milk® and an absolute instant hit with the family. I kid you not, I was so surprised how unbelievably easy and delicious this meal turned out to be, and also good for you.
Best part: both the BatMan and I had real milk again and felt great. To rewind a little bit, we stopped drinking milk a while ago because of he digestive discomfort we would experience, that just wasn’t worth it.
But just this week I came to learn that originally all milk contained only the A2 protein. But then a genetic mutation occurred in cows and a new protein developed called A1. That is what causes the digestive comfort we experience, and this A1 protein can be found even in organic milk. Imagine that !
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This chicken in milk recipe is absolutely everything kids. Melt in your mouth tender chicken and a smooth creamy sauce too good for words. The a2 Milk® reduces into a sauce the consistency of cream, sauce that begs to be wiped clean with a piece of crusty bread.
I can’t wait to make some creamy espresso popsicles next week, make sure not to miss it.
- 3 lb chicken thighs boneless skinless
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 8 cloves garlic
- 2 1/2 c a2 Milk®
- 20 leaves sage
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 1/2 tsp sea salt + more to taste
- 2 tsp black pepper
- 2/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 c Italian parsley minced
- Allow the chicken to rest at room temperature for at least 20 minutes before cooking. Pat them dry with paper towels and season them well with the sea salt, black pepper and paprika.
- In a large heavy pan heat up 3 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Add the garlic cloves and cook until golden on both sides, making sure not to burn it. Transfer to a bowl and reserve.
- Pan sear the chicken on each side for a couple of minutes until a little golden. Transfer to a bowl and keep warm while working in batches, not to overcrowd the pan.
- Add the milk to the pan you cooked the chicken in, and using a spatula make sure to scrape all the brown bits from the bottom. Bring the milk to a gentle simmer.
- Add the sage leaves, garlic and chicken back to the pan with the milk sauce. Bring to a gentle simmer and cover with a lid. Cook for 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid from the pan and continue simmering on low heat for another 15 minutes until the chicken is tender and the sauce has reduced to your linking.
- Adjust seasonings to your taste with more sea salt and serve. Garnish with the parsley, a sprinkling of red pepper flakes and nice drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
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sue|theviewfromgreatisland
February 2, 2016 at 6:05 pmThis sounds wonderful, I’ve braised chicken in almond milk and it was incredibly tender!
Florentina
February 3, 2016 at 11:15 amI’ve never tried with almond milk, I’ve been missing the creaminess of real milk like a baby hehe
dixya @ food, pleasure, and health
February 4, 2016 at 3:31 ami was at a conference this past year and learned about A1 milk, it is a pretty neat product..and this chicken looks so damn good. i will be pinnng this and making it soon for sure 🙂
Robin Rue (@massholemommy)
February 4, 2016 at 3:53 amThat sounds absolutely delicious. I cannot wait to try your recipe.
Jennifer
February 4, 2016 at 8:18 amThat sounds yummy. I’ve actually never heard of chicken being prepared like this before. I can’t wait to try it.
Florentina
February 4, 2016 at 4:34 pmYes, chicken in milk is super tender, I’ll be making this more often too.
Dawn Lopez
February 4, 2016 at 9:00 amThat chicken recipe looks amazing that I want to cook some right now! I’m so glad that there is a product like a2 milk your husband can enjoy. I know I would miss my milk if I had to give it up.
Amy Desrosiers
February 4, 2016 at 10:43 amThis recipe is so unique and looks wonderful! If I had sage on hand I would probably make it tonight because I have these cuts of chicken defrosting.
Florentina
February 4, 2016 at 4:32 pmHi Amy, i love the sage in this recipe.However If you have Thyme on hand I bet that would make a nice substitute.
Shauna
February 4, 2016 at 11:38 amI have never heard of this milk but will have to keep an eye for it. Chicken in milk? Hadn’t heard of the recipe, either… sounds delicious and super tender. Thanks for sharing.
Florentina
February 4, 2016 at 4:31 pmIt is both delicious and extra tender. Hope you try chicken in milk at least once, I bet you’ll be a believer..
Aimee Smith
February 4, 2016 at 3:00 pmThis looks like an amazing recipe. I can’t wait to give it a try!
Stacie
February 4, 2016 at 3:03 pmI never knew this about milk. It’s great to know. Your chicken sure does look delicious.
Florentina
February 4, 2016 at 4:31 pmThanks Stacie, hope you try it !
Marcie W.
February 4, 2016 at 4:27 pmI have issues with dairy, mainly milk, and had no idea about the A1 and A2 proteins! I can not wait to look for this brand in my local grocery store and appreciate the coupon.
Florentina
February 4, 2016 at 4:30 pmI am so excited about this milk. I missed that creaminess only real milk can bring to the table.
Tammi Roy
February 4, 2016 at 5:58 pmI have never tried adding milk to a chicken recipe. I will have to get some a2 Milk® to try this on the weekend. It looks delicious.
Lisa Bristol
February 4, 2016 at 6:00 pmThis recipe looks so delicious and easy to make. I will have to pick up some a2 Milk®. I am excited to try this recipe.
gingermommyrants
February 4, 2016 at 6:01 pmI am always looking for new chicken recipes to try. My family is going to love this. I will have to add it to the meal plan for next week.
Nancy @ whispered inspirations
February 4, 2016 at 7:05 pmThat looks super delicious! Thanks for the recipe!
Aubrey
February 6, 2016 at 8:30 pmThis looks fantastic. I’ll have to give it a try.
Florentina
February 7, 2016 at 4:37 pmThanks Aubrey, hope you give it a go soon !
Melissa
February 11, 2016 at 4:44 amI made this a few days ago and let me tell you it was delicious and so tender! I used 2% milk, I also haven’t heard of chicken and milk recipes. It’s a winner in my book and hubby loved it as well! Thank you for sharing and keeping me interested in cooking! Tonight I’m trying your garlic chicken in white wine sauce recipe!❤️
Florentina
February 11, 2016 at 1:21 pmHi Melissa ! I’m so happy to hear both you and your husband loved this dish. Milk is such a great tenderizer + it ads such a nice creamy finish. Can’t wait to hear how you like the chicken in white wine as ~ Florentina xo’s
Jennie V
March 24, 2016 at 12:37 pmThis is absolutely delicious! I made this last night and the entire family had seconds even the 4 year old that never finishes his dinner!
Florentina
March 24, 2016 at 12:45 pmWoohoo, so happy to hear ! We never have leftovers of this chicken in milk ever, so If I expect company I know i must double the recipe. So glad your family enjoyed it ! Have a great weekend ~ Florentina Xo’s