Description
Creamy Lemon Chicken Parmesan is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a luscious, zesty sauce. The bright flavors of fresh lemon juice and garlic meld beautifully with rich heavy cream and savory Parmesan cheese, creating a meal that’s both comforting and impressive. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe is sure to win over everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear each chicken breast until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds. Pour in lemon juice, scraping up any bits from the pan.
- Reduce heat, stir in heavy cream, and gradually add Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Return chicken to the skillet, ensuring it's coated in the sauce. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or extra Parmesan before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg