Creamy Lemon Chicken with Parmesan Sauce Recipe
Indulge in a delectable dish of Creamy Lemon Chicken with Parmesan Sauce that’s bursting with flavor. This easy stovetop recipe features tender chicken breasts in a luscious sauce with hints of citrus and cheese. Perfect for a quick and satisfying main course!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Sauce:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon butter
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet and sear chicken until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, cook garlic, add chicken broth, then stir in cream, Parmesan, lemon juice, zest, Italian seasoning, and butter. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Combine and Garnish: Return chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over it, and simmer. Garnish with parsley and lemon slices before serving.
Notes
- For a thicker sauce, simmer longer or add more Parmesan.
- This dish pairs well with pasta, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
