Easy Chicken Lazone
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
430 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Cajun
Easy Chicken Lazone
Description
The recipe begins with halving large chicken breasts lengthwise to create thin cutlets, which are seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper before being dredged in flour. They are pan-fried in a mixture of butter and olive oil to achieve a golden crust while maintaining juicy interiors. Removed from the pan, the chicken rests while a sauce forms by adding heavy cream and spices such as smoked paprika, onion powder, chili powder, cayenne, and Italian seasoning to the pan, incorporating browned bits for flavor.
The chicken is returned to the pan to simmer in the sauce until fully cooked and the sauce thickens slightly. The finished dish sports a creamy, lightly spicy profile with smoky and herbal notes. Fresh parsley may be added for a bright finish. It's suitable as a main course paired with simple sides, benefiting from its flavorful cream sauce.
Notes mention that smaller chicken breasts may be cooked whole but may require longer cooking times to avoid dryness. The recipe carries a mild to medium spice level from cayenne, which can be adjusted down for less heat.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breast cut in half lengthwise
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- flour for dredging
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream aka whipping cream
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- parsley chopped, to taste (optional, fresh
Instructions
- Prep your chicken (cut it in half lengthwise so you have 4 thinner cutlets). Sprinkle both sides of each piece of chicken with the garlic powder and salt & pepper. Coat each piece in flour.
- Add the butter and oil to a skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes/side until it's nice and golden. Take the chicken out of the pan and set it aside.
- Stir in the cream and scrape up the brown bits from the bottom of the pan so they're incorporated into the sauce.
- Add the remaining spices and whisk them in until you've got a smooth sauce.
- Add the chicken back into the pan and cook it for 5 minutes or so until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened up a bit. Season with more salt & pepper if necessary (I do find the sauce needs a little more salt). Serve with parsley sprinkled over top if desired.
Notes
- When using small chicken breasts, cook them whole but expect slightly longer cooking time to ensure doneness.
- Cutting large breasts into thinner cutlets helps them cook quickly and evenly, preventing dryness.
- The recipe has a noticeable spicy kick from cayenne pepper; reduce the amount if a milder flavor is preferred.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 430 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 430kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 34g | 52% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 155mg | 52% |
| Sodium | 197mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 501mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1334IU | 27% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 51mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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