Description
A comforting dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a velvety herb-flecked sauce that balances richness with brightness from fresh herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness or cut into large cutlets
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped (optional)
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped, or 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or 3/4 cup heavy cream plus 1/4 cup milk for a lighter finish
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest and 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, snipped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon or basil (optional)
Instructions
- Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken and cook for about 4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- If using, add turkey bacon to the same skillet and cook until crisp, about 3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Add the remaining butter and shallot to the skillet, sauté for 1 minute, then add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth and reduce by half, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Stir in cream and Dijon mustard, let simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until thickened.
- Add lemon zest, lemon juice, fresh herbs, and Parmesan, then return chicken and turkey bacon to the pan.
- Spoon sauce over chicken and simmer gently for another 3 to 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F).
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, and finish with fresh chives before serving.
Notes
Use either chicken breasts or thighs based on preference. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Pair with noodles, green beans, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: creamy chicken, herb chicken, weeknight dinner, comfort food, chicken recipe, easy chicken recipe