Description
A quick and elegant stovetop dinner featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a creamy Parmesan sauce with bright lemon zest and juice. Naturally gluten-free, it’s a 30-minute recipe perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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Juice of 1 lemon (about 3 tbsp)
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Zest of 1 lemon
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
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Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
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Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
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Lower the heat to medium. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
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Pour in heavy cream, scraping up any browned bits.
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Stir in lemon juice, zest, and Parmesan. Cook 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over, and simmer 2–3 minutes.
Notes
Pound thick chicken breasts for even cooking.
Simmer longer if the sauce is too thin.
Freshly grated Parmesan gives the best flavor.
Substitute coconut cream and nutritional yeast for a dairy-free version.
Leftovers store well for 3 days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American