Description
Indulge in the savory delight of Lemon Garlic Chicken with Parmesan Herb Sauce. This Italian-inspired dish features tender chicken breasts smothered in a creamy sauce bursting with the zesty flavors of lemon and garlic. Perfect for a cozy dinner at home or a special gathering with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add the chicken and cook for 6–7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, add butter and sauté the garlic. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, and Italian seasoning. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Combine and Serve: Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Cook for another 2–3 minutes to heat through. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
- Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
- You can substitute half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
- For extra brightness, add more lemon juice to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
