Impressive Chicken
Elevate your dinner game with this mouthwatering Impressive Chicken recipe, a creamy and savory delight that’s as stunning to serve as it is simple to make. Juicy, golden-brown chicken breasts are seasoned with smoked paprika and sautéed to perfection before being bathed in a luscious garlic-parmesan cream sauce infused with fresh thyme, oregano, and a hint of tangy lemon. This 45-minute, one-skillet wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions and pairs beautifully with buttery mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or roasted veggies. Garnished with vibrant parsley for a pop of color, this dish is sure to dazzle your family and guests alike. A quick dinner never looked—or tasted—so elegant!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Start by patting the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1 teaspoon of salt, 0.5 teaspoons of black pepper, and the smoked paprika.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the thyme and oregano, cooking for another 30 seconds to bloom the spices.
Deglaze the pan with the chicken broth, scraping up the flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon.
Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Let the sauce simmer gently for 3-4 minutes to thicken slightly.
Add the parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until fully incorporated.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for another 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. Pair with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
581 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.2 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 203 mg | 68% | |
| Sodium | 1177 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.5 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 59.1 g | 118% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 148 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 550 mg | 12% | |
*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.
