Creamy Lemon Herb Chicken
Indulge in the rich yet refreshing flavors of Creamy Lemon Herb Chicken, a quick and easy one-skillet recipe that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Tender, golden-brown chicken breasts are simmered in a luscious, velvety sauce made from heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and a burst of zesty lemon juice, then infused with fresh herbs like parsley and thyme for an elegant touch. The addition of garlic and a light chicken broth base enhances the dish’s depth, while a hint of lemon zest ties everything together with a bright, citrusy finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables, making it a hearty yet sophisticated crowd-pleaser. Perfect for anyone seeking a creamy chicken recipe that balances richness with fresh, vibrant flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, parsley, thyme, and lemon zest. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Simmer for 5 more minutes, allowing the chicken to absorb the flavors.
Garnish with extra parsley and serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2607 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.0 g | 217% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.2 g | 406% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 914 mg | 305% | |
| Sodium | 4195 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 234.7 g | 469% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 581 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 396 mg | 8% | |
*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.
