Special Occasion Chicken
Elevate your dining experience with this luscious Special Occasion Chicken, a dish designed to impress and delight. Tender, golden-brown chicken breasts are cloaked in a velvety Parmesan cream sauce infused with garlic, fresh herbs, and a hint of lemon for a bright, flavorful finish. Perfect for celebrations or an indulgent weeknight dinner, this recipe combines simple ingredients like chicken broth, heavy cream, and fresh parsley to create a restaurant-quality meal right in your kitchen. Ready in just 45 minutes, this versatile entrée pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, buttery pasta, or crisp steamed vegetables, making it the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re celebrating an anniversary, hosting guests, or simply treating yourself, this creamy chicken recipe is your ticket to culinary perfection.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 0.75 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Dredge the chicken breasts lightly in the all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the pan to deglaze any browned bits. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, thyme leaves, and lemon juice. Let the sauce cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the sauce over the top, and let them simmer in the sauce for 5 minutes.
Serve the chicken hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired. Pair it with mashed potatoes, pasta, or steamed vegetables for a full meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2731 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 161.9 g | 208% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.4 g | 382% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 905 mg | 302% | |
| Sodium | 4184 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.8 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 242.7 g | 485% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 600 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 2227 mg | 47% | |
*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.
