French Herbed Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this elegant yet approachable French Herbed Chicken recipe. Juicy, seared chicken breasts are infused with the flavors of fresh thyme, rosemary, parsley, and garlic, then simmered to perfection in a luscious white wine and lemon-butter sauce. This dish combines the fresh brightness of citrus with the earthy depth of herbs to create a perfectly balanced flavor profile that feels both rustic and refined. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-skillet recipe is ideal for busy cooks who want restaurant-quality results at home. Serve it with roasted potatoes, steamed vegetables, or crusty French bread to soak up the fragrant sauce. Perfect for date night or a family meal, French Herbed Chicken brings a touch of Provence to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 whole lemon (zested and juiced)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup white wine (dry)
- 0.5 cup chicken stock
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing the herb mixture: finely chop the fresh thyme, rosemary, and parsley. Combine them in a small bowl with the minced garlic, lemon zest, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Set aside.
Season each chicken breast with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the unsalted butter. Allow it to melt, then stir in the prepared herb mixture. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Deglaze the skillet by pouring in the white wine, scraping the bottom with a wooden spoon to release any browned bits. Allow the wine to reduce by half, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
Add the chicken stock and lemon juice, and stir well. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the herb mixture over the top.
Cover the skillet with a lid and let the chicken simmer over low heat for 12-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the skillet from the heat. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes in the sauce before serving.
Serve the French Herbed Chicken hot, optionally garnished with additional parsley. Pair with roasted potatoes, steamed vegetables, or crusty French bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1910 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.2 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.5 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 664 mg | 221% | |
| Sodium | 2959 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 224.2 g | 448% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 161 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2079 mg | 44% | |
*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.
