Chicken with Creamy Herb Sauce
Savor the irresistible flavors of this Chicken with Creamy Herb Sauce, a delightful one-pan recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings. Juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts are smothered in a luscious, velvety sauce enriched with fresh parsley, thyme, and rosemary, creating a harmony of earthy and zesty notes balanced by a touch of bright lemon juice. The combination of heavy cream and chicken broth gives the sauce a rich, comforting texture, while the garlic adds a fragrant depth to every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish pairs beautifully with sides like mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables, making it a versatile option for any occasion. Whether you're looking to impress guests or enjoy a cozy family meal, this creamy herb chicken recipe will quickly become a favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons Minced garlic
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 0.75 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let it simmer for about 2 minutes.
Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
Add the chopped parsley, thyme, rosemary, and lemon juice to the sauce. Stir to combine and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the creamy herb sauce over them. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 2-3 minutes to reheat and absorb flavors.
Serve the chicken hot, drizzled with the creamy herb sauce, and garnish with additional parsley if desired. Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
556 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.7 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 208 mg | 69% | |
| Sodium | 797 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.2 g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 54.8 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 523 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
