Creamy Lemon Chicken Parmesan
Creamy Lemon Chicken Parmesan is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, zesty lemon sauce and gooey melted cheese. This comforting meal is perfect for weeknights or special gatherings, offering a burst of flavor that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Serve it over pasta or alongside roasted vegetables for a complete dining experience everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh lemons
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer to the baking dish.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add chicken broth, heavy cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and Italian seasoning; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Pour the sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with additional cheese.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (170g)
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For added flavor, pound the chicken to an even thickness before cooking. Customize by swapping chicken for shrimp or tofu or adding sun-dried tomatoes.