Description
This Lemon Garlic Chicken with Parmesan Herb Sauce recipe is a delightful combination of flavors that result in a creamy and tangy dish perfect for a satisfying dinner. Tender chicken breasts are seasoned and cooked to perfection, then smothered in a rich sauce made with garlic, lemon, Parmesan cheese, and herbs.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Sauce:
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- â…“ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Cook the chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and cook the chicken until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic, then add chicken broth, cream, Parmesan, lemon juice, zest, and seasoning. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Combine everything: Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer until heated through.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes to enjoy the sauce fully.
- For a lighter option, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
