Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
490 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken
Description
This recipe begins by halving chicken breasts lengthwise and dipping them into an egg and garlic mixture, then coating with a blend of grated Parmesan cheese, flour, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. The breaded chicken is pan-fried in olive oil over medium heat until golden brown and cooked through, reaching 165°F internally.
A separate lemon garlic sauce is prepared by simmering chicken broth, lemon juice, butter, and minced garlic, then thickened with a slurry of flour and cold water, resulting in a smooth, creamy sauce. The cooked chicken pieces are returned to the sauce to combine flavors and coat the chicken evenly.
The final dish combines a crisp, cheesy crust on the chicken with the bright, tangy creaminess of the lemon garlic sauce. Garnishing with chopped parsley and lemon slices is optional but adds color and freshness.
Serving suggestions include pairing with pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables like broccoli, asparagus, or green beans. The recipe notes recommend managing heat to avoid over-browning the chicken and using gluten-free flour if desired.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds chicken breast boneless, skinless
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 large egg
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
For Lemon Garlic Sauce:
- 4 tablespoon butter
- 4 garlic minced, cloves
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- ½ cup chicken broth
To thicken sauce:
- ½ tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon water cold
- parsley chopped to garnish (optional)
- lemon optional, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Cut each chicken breasts in half the lengthwise.
- In a bowl, add eggs and 2 garlic cloves and whisk together well.
- In a separate bowl, add the parmesan cheese, flour and Italian seasoning and combine well.
- Dip each cut chicken breast into the egg mixture, then place it in the parmesan mixture coating each side well.
- In a large skillet, add enough oil to just cover the bottom and heat on medium heat.
- Once the skillet is hot, add the chicken and cook 5 minutes per side until crispy, golden and cooked to 165˚F on a meat thermometer.
- In a separate sauce pan, add the chicken broth, lemon juice, butter and 4 cloves of garlic and heat to a low boil for about about 2-3 minutes.
- In a glass measuring cup, mix the 1 tablespoon of cold water and tablespoon flour together until blended well.
- Add the flour/water mixture to the lemon garlic sauce and cook on a low boil for approx. 5 minutes, stirring until the sauce begins to thicken
- Add all chicken pieces back to the skillet (if cooked in batches)
- Pour the lemon garlic sauce over the cooked chicken.
- Garnish with lemon slices and chopped parsley, if desired.
Notes
- Reduce the cooking heat if the chicken browns too quickly to avoid burning while ensuring even cooking.
- Serve the chicken with rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables like broccoli, asparagus, or green beans for a balanced meal.
- Gluten-free flour can be substituted in the coating and sauce to accommodate dietary needs.
- Cook chicken in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding the pan and to maintain crispness of the coating.
- Nutritional information excludes side dishes such as rice, pasta, or vegetables served alongside this dish.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 490 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 490kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 49g | 98% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Cholesterol | 249mg | 83% |
| Sodium | 1133mg | 47% |
| Potassium | 738mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 731IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 338mg | 34% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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