High Protein Chicken in Cream Sauce
Indulge in the creamy, savory goodness of our High Protein Chicken in Cream Sauce, a perfect dinner recipe for health-conscious food lovers who don’t want to skimp on flavor! This dish features tender, golden-browned chicken breasts simmered in a rich, velvety sauce made from garlic, Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and a splash of bright lemon juice. Packed with protein and seasoned with fresh parsley, this recipe is a satisfying, one-pan delight that’s as easy to prepare as it is impressive to serve. Ready in just 40 minutes, it pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, a simple side salad, or your favorite pasta for a meal that's wholesome, comforting, and loaded with flavor. Whether you're meal-prepping or hosting a dinner party, this irresistible creamy chicken dish will steal the spotlight!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
Step 3
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
Pour in the chicken broth and stir, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to slightly reduce.
Step 5
Stir in the heavy cream, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 6
Add the grated Parmesan cheese into the sauce, stirring continuously until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
Step 7
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
Stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice, adjusting seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Step 9
Serve the chicken hot, topped with extra sauce, alongside your choice of vegetables or pasta.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1313.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2606.4 |
| Total Fat 169.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 81.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 933.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3715.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 7.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.5g | |
| Protein 235.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 566.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1936.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories