Chicken In Saffron Cream

• 3/4 teaspoon saffron thread, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
• 1 1/2 - 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4)
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 large shallot, finely minced
• 1/2 inch piece gingerroot, peeled and grated (about 1 tsp)
• 1 large garlic clove, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup european style plain yogurt (whole or 2% fat)
• 1/4 cup cilantro leaf, chopped
• 1 teaspoon garam masala

1. Put the saffron into a small bowl; cover with 2 tablespooons of very hot water.
2. Cover tightly, let steep at least 20 minutes but preferably 2 hours.
3. Drizzle one Tbs of the oil over both sides of the chicken, rubbing it in with the back of a spoon.
4. In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, and coriander.
5. Sprinkle the spices over the chicken; let stand 10 minutes.
6. Heat the butter and remaining tablespoon of oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat; saute the chicken until lightly browned on bothsides.
7. Use tongs to transfer the chicken to a plate.
8. Add the shallot, ginger, garlic and nutmeg to the skillet; saute over low heat for 3 minutes.
9. Add the cream and yogurt; stir until well mixed. When the cream is steaming hot, return the chicken and its juices to the skillet; spoon the sauce over the chicen.
10. Cover and simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is just done ( no longer pink in the center when cut into with a knife), 15 to 20 minutes.
11. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of cream or milk.
12. Stir in cilantro, saffron/watter and garam masala. Adjust the salt to taste.
13. WINE RECOMMENDATION:
14. Crisp, dry Rose'.

saffron thread, extra virgin olive oil, chicken, salt, fresh ground black pepper, ground coriander, butter, shallot, gingerroot, garlic, nutmeg, heavy cream, european style plain yogurt, cilantro leaf, garam masala

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/chicken-in-saffron-cream-325595 (may not work)