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    Black Truffle Chicken Breast Baked in Milk

    July 18, 2016 By Sara McCleary Updated November 29, 2020 - This post may contain affiliate links

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    My black truffle chicken breast baked in milk recipe is an easy one to prepare with extremely tasty results. It is a simpler version of the Poulet en Demi Deuil, (chicken in half mourning) recipe I shared a few years ago.

    Instead of wrestling with a whole chicken, chicken breasts still on the bone, with the skin on, are used. For those that have an aversion to meat on the bone, or that still has its skin on, unfortunately it is needed for this dish.

    Black Truffle Chicken Breast baked in Milk is a simple and easy version of poulet en demi deuil (chicken in half mourning). Super tender and juicy chicken with a simple but flavour packed sauce.

    Firstly the black truffle for this black truffle chicken breast baked in milk needs to go somewhere. Just as with the Poulet en Demi Deuil recipe, slices of fresh black truffle are placed under the skin. This not only protects the truffle from drying out from baking, but the fat from under the chicken skin renders and bastes the chicken breast with the truffle flavour as it cooks.

    Secondly, just like with fat, bone means flavour. As mentioned this recipe is a simple one, with only a handful of ingredients, therefore we need to add a depth of flavour from somewhere. This is where the bone of the chicken breast comes in to play.

    Black Truffle Chicken Breast baked in Milk is a simple and easy version of poulet en demi deuil (chicken in half mourning). Super tender and juicy chicken with a simple but flavour packed sauce.
    Black Truffle Chicken Breast baked in Milk is a simple and easy version of poulet en demi deuil (chicken in half mourning). Super tender and juicy chicken with a simple but flavour packed sauce.

    As the chicken cooks in the milk, the bone is submerged. The bone adds a richer chicken flavour to the milk, which could never be achieved by chicken breast alone. Think of it like making a milk stock. As this cooking liquid is then turned into a simple sauce for the finished dish, I am afraid bone on it is kiddies.

    Black Truffle Chicken Breast baked in Milk is a simple and easy version of poulet en demi deuil (chicken in half mourning). Super tender and juicy chicken with a simple but flavour packed sauce.
    Black Truffle Chicken Breast baked in Milk is a simple and easy version of poulet en demi deuil (chicken in half mourning). Super tender and juicy chicken with a simple but flavour packed sauce.

    The bone °also gives the chicken breast more flavour during the cooking process, as well as protecting it from drying out. It really is a win win situation having the bone on. Of course you can make the decision to remove the breastbone from the chicken breast before serving, as I have done for the photos, but it really isn’t necessary.

    Black Truffle Chicken Breast baked in Milk is a simple and easy version of poulet en demi deuil (chicken in half mourning). Super tender and juicy chicken with a simple but flavour packed sauce.
    Black Truffle Chicken Breast baked in Milk is a simple and easy version of poulet en demi deuil (chicken in half mourning). Super tender and juicy chicken with a simple but flavour packed sauce.
    Black Truffle Chicken Breast baked in Milk is a simple and easy version of poulet en demi deuil (chicken in half mourning). Super tender and juicy chicken with a simple but flavour packed sauce.

    It is black truffle season on Australia at the moment. The reason for this easy black truffle chicken breast baked in milk recipe is due to being sent some lovely French Winter Black Truffles, also known as Perigord Truffles, from the team at Red Earth Truffles in the Southern Highlands of NSW.

    You may remember that I created some recipes last year using Perigord Truffles from Red Earth Truffles. It has been a slow start to the season due to the truffle unfriendly weather we have had leading up to the normal start of harvest time which is June. But the truffles are starting to make a strong appearance on menus around town and are available to purchase from trufferies such as Red Earth Truffles.

    If you get your hands on a Perigord Truffle do have a go at making my black truffle chicken breast baked in milk recipe, you won’t be disappointed.

    Sara xxx

    More Black Truffle Recipes
    Black Truffle & Parmesan Soufflés
    Baked Brie with Black Truffles
    Poulet en Demi Deuil (Chicken in Half Mourning)

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    Black Truffle Chicken Breast baked in Milk is a simple and easy version of poulet en demi deuil (chicken in half mourning). Super tender and juicy chicken with a simple but flavour packed sauce.

    Black Truffle Chicken Breast Baked in Milk

    Recipe Author: Sara McCleary
    Black Truffle Chicken Breast baked in Milk is a simple and easy version of poulet en demi deuil (chicken in half mourning). Super tender and juicy chicken with a simple but flavour packed sauce.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins
    Course Main (entree)
    Cuisine French
    Servings 2

    Ingredients

    • 2 chicken breasts bone and skin on
    • 1 small perigord black truffle
    • 1 tablespoon butter room temperature
    • 1 small or ½ brown onion
    • 2 cloves garlic bruised
    • 2 dried bay leaves
    • ½ bunch fresh thyme
    • 1 teaspoon of whole black peppercorns
    • 500 ml full cream milk you may need more depending on the size of your baking dish
    • sea salt flakes for seasoning

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven 160°C (320°F)
    • With your fingers carefully loosen the skin from the chicken breast by sliding your fingers under the skin from the top and thickest part of the breast. You will see that the skin is not connected here from the butchering process of the chicken. Be careful not poke a whole through the breast while you loosen the skin from the flesh.
    • Using a mandoline slice 3 or 4 slices per breast (depending on the size of your slices), and carefully place under the skin of the chicken breast. Gently rub the chicken breast with butter.
    • Place chicken breast (skin side up) in an adequate baking dish, one that is deep enough that the milk can come half way up the chicken breast. Then scatter onion, garlic, bay leaves, thyme and peppercorns around the chicken (not on top or underneath). Sprinkle chicken breast with sea salt to season.
    • Carefully pour milk into the baking dish, not over the chicken, but around it. Do not let the milk splash on to the chicken skin if it can be avoided.
    • Place chicken in the oven, uncovered, and bake for 1 hour, or until golden and cooked through.
    • Remove chicken from baking dish, place on a plate to rest while you make the sauce. Cover loosely to keep warm.
    • Strain the cooking liquid through a fine sieve into a saucepan. Over a medium heat reduce the cooking liquid by half. Stain the liquid again and place back on the heat with some extra grating of black truffle. Simmer for a further few minutes until it has reduced some more. Taste the sauce and season if necessary.
    • Serve chicken with the sauce immediately.

    Oven Temperatures

    All oven temperatures are fan forced.

    Measurement Notes

    All measurements are Australian metric standard. All measures are level, and cups are lightly packed unless specified. 1 teaspoon = 5ml / 1 tablespoon = 20mls / 1 cup = 250ml /4 teaspoons = 1 tablespoon.

    NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

    The recipe's nutritional information is an approximation based on an online calculator. It is meant solely for reference purposes. If you're looking for precise details, be sure to double-check with your own research.

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    1. Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche

      July 27, 2016 at 10:44 pm

      I actually don't think I have EVER tried truffle! It's always seemed to luxurious though, must try it!

      Reply
      • Sara

        July 28, 2016 at 12:45 am

        If you ever get the chance to try truffle you really should.

    2. swayam

      July 27, 2016 at 10:43 pm

      OOh!! Black truffle! has to be awesome. i first tried milk with chicken in a typical Indian curry my mom makes, and then later with Jamie Oliver's recipe. Brilliant. PS: I adore your about me pic. 🙂

      Reply
      • Sara

        July 28, 2016 at 12:44 am

        Your mum's milk chicken curry sounds delightful and I will have to check out Jamie's recipe.

    3. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy

      July 27, 2016 at 10:41 pm

      I bet this has tons of flavour. I went truffle hunting in Italy and ate so many truffles on that trip.

      Reply
      • Sara

        July 28, 2016 at 12:43 am

        I'm quite envious, I would love to go truffle hunting in Italy.

    4. Kate

      July 27, 2016 at 10:34 pm

      Such amazing photos. I've never actually cooked with black truffles before. Impressive dish!

      Reply
      • Sara

        July 28, 2016 at 12:42 am

        If you can get your hands on a black truffle at any time, do have a play around with it, they are quite delicious.

    5. Amanda

      July 27, 2016 at 10:17 pm

      I love this idea. It looks very appetizing, and your photos are beautiful.

      Reply
      • Sara

        July 28, 2016 at 12:42 am

        Thanks Amanda, it is a tasty dish.

    6. Amanda @ Old House to New Home

      July 19, 2016 at 10:14 pm

      This looks so good! It would be an impressive way to serve chicken at a dinner party and not just be another boring chicken breast!

      Reply
      • Sara

        July 28, 2016 at 12:41 am

        It is definitely a way to jazz up the old chicken breast.

    7. Igor @ Cooking The Globe

      July 19, 2016 at 9:09 pm

      I am always looking for new and never tried before chicken recipes. This one looks so good! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Sara

        July 28, 2016 at 12:40 am

        Thanks Igor, I hope you enjoy it if you cook it.

    8. Silvia

      July 19, 2016 at 6:55 pm

      I would love to eat that! 🙂 You make some really nice pictures.

      Reply
      • Sara

        July 27, 2016 at 8:55 pm

        Thanks so much Silvia

    9. Kavey

      July 19, 2016 at 6:00 pm

      Love the flavours of truffle, especially with chicken and a creamy buttery sauce. Delicious!

      Reply
      • Sara

        July 27, 2016 at 8:32 pm

        Truffles and chicken go so well together, and of course everything tastes better with butter 😉

    10. Emma

      July 19, 2016 at 5:23 pm

      Wow! Never thought of cooking chicken in milk - and truffles just make everything better! An intriguing dish - gonna give this one a try!!

      Reply
      • Sara

        July 27, 2016 at 8:31 pm

        Hope you enjoy it if you try it Emma.

    11. John | heneedsfood

      July 18, 2016 at 5:48 pm

      Ooh la la, this is one fine chicken dish, Sara. Skin, bone and that all important truffle! Sensational stuff.

      Reply
      • Sara

        July 27, 2016 at 8:29 pm

        Thanks John, skin, bone, all makes a difference. Oh and the truffle of course.

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