Description
Delight in this Creamy Lemon Chicken with Parmesan Sauce, where tender chicken is enveloped in a rich, tangy sauce that transforms any meal into a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. **Prepare the Chicken**: Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear each side of the chicken until golden brown, about five minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 2. **Add Garlic**: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it.
- 3. **Create the Sauce**: Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any bits stuck to the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer, then slowly add heavy cream followed by grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until combined and creamy.
- 4. **Combine Chicken and Sauce**: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and let them simmer gently for about ten minutes to absorb all that flavor while ensuring they are fully cooked.
- 5. **Final Touches**: Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- 6. **Serve**: Transfer chicken onto plates and drizzle with leftover sauce. Pair with your choice of pasta or steamed veggies for an elegant meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 175mg