Sauted Chicken Breasts with Creamy Chive Sauce
Transform your dinner routine with these Sautéed Chicken Breasts with Creamy Chive Sauce—a luxurious yet surprisingly easy dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or elegant entertaining. Juicy, golden-brown chicken breasts are pan-seared to perfection and smothered in a rich, velvety sauce made with heavy cream, fragrant garlic, and fresh, zesty chives. A splash of lemon juice adds brightness, while a touch of chicken broth deglazes the pan for extra depth of flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, this savory dish pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables, mashed potatoes, or buttery noodles to create a complete, restaurant-quality meal at home. Indulge in this comforting, flavor-packed recipe that brings an elevated twist to classic chicken dinners!
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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 tablespoons shallots, finely minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 0.75 cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons fresh chives, finely 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. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate, covering it with foil to keep warm.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced shallots and garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and softened.
Pour the chicken broth into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the broth simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken.
Add the chopped chives and lemon juice to the sauce. Stir well to combine and cook for another minute.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Cook for 2-3 minutes to reheat the chicken and let the flavors marry.
Serve the chicken breasts with the creamy chive sauce spooned over the top. Garnish with additional chopped chives if desired. Pair with steamed vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2239 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.1 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.3 g | 306% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 834 mg | 278% | |
| Sodium | 3218 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 218.6 g | 437% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 116 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1973 mg | 42% | |
*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.
