Saucy Chicken Skillet
Indulge in the creamy, flavorful delight of Saucy Chicken Skillet—a one-pan wonder that combines perfectly seasoned chicken breasts with a luscious garlic cream sauce. This quick and easy recipe features a rich blend of chicken broth, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and a bright touch of lemon juice, creating a silky sauce that clings to every bite. With just 35 minutes from prep to plate, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights yet impressive enough for dinner parties. The skillet's browned bits enhance the sauce, infusing it with irresistible depth, while fresh parsley adds a finishing touch of brightness. Serve this savory skillet with fluffy rice, buttery mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to mop up every drop of the delectable sauce. Perfect keywords: creamy chicken skillet, one-pan chicken, garlic cream sauce recipe, quick chicken dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts to the skillet. Sear for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter.
When the butter is melted, stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze and incorporate any browned bits.
Stir in the heavy cream, dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Allow the dish to simmer for another 5 minutes so the chicken absorbs the flavors.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy your Saucy Chicken Skillet with a side of rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2083 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.2 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.3 g | 246% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 774 mg | 258% | |
| Sodium | 3827 mg | 166% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.2 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 220.6 g | 441% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 148 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 2152 mg | 46% | |
*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.
