Peppercorn Sauce Recipe for Steak, Chicken, or Pasta
Elevate your culinary creations with this creamy Peppercorn Sauce Recipe, perfect for drizzling over steak, chicken, or pasta. This rich sauce combines the robust flavors of crushed black peppercorns with sautéed shallots and garlic, creating a gourmet experience that’s surprisingly easy to prepare. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions alike. Whether you’re serving a juicy grilled ribeye, succulent roasted chicken, or tossing it with your favorite pasta, this versatile sauce will impress family and friends with its delicious depth and comforting texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately four servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon black peppercorns, crushed
- 1/4 cup apple juice (optional)
- 1 cup beef or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the shallot and garlic; sauté until soft and translucent (about 2-3 minutes).
- Stir in the crushed peppercorns. If using apple juice, pour it in now and simmer for about a minute to evaporate any alcohol content.
- Add the beef or chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Slowly stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened to your liking.
- Season with salt as needed. Serve hot over grilled steak, roasted chicken, or tossed with pasta. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg