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creamy herb chicken in a pot.
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Creamy Herb Chicken

Made with a light sauce, this Creamy Herb Chicken is decadent and loaded wiht flavor for a filling comfort food meal!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time17 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken recipe, creamy herb chicken, creamy herb chicken recipe, dinner, easy recipe, healthy, healthy recipe, high protein, meal
Servings: 4 people
Author: Food Dolls

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts sliced in half and pounded thin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

For the sauce

  • 2 garlic cloves grated
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 1/2 cup milk of choice
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 Tablespoon water
  • fresh rosemary for garnish
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons Parmesan cheese
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest

Instructions

  • Sprinkle both sides of the chicken with oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
    2 chicken breasts, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, Salt to taste, Black pepper to taste
  • In a large skillet on medium high heat, add olive oil.
    2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • Cook chicken on both sides, ust just until browned. Remove from pan.
  • Return the pan and set on medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, paprika, garlic, oregano, rosemary, and parsley. Stir for 1 minute or until garlic is fragrant.
    2 garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley
  • Add milk and turn the heat to medium-low.
    1 1/2 cup milk of choice
  • In a small bowl combine cornstarch and water. Add to the sauce.
    2 teaspoons cornstarch, 1 Tablespoon water
  • Add lemon juice and zest.
    1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • Return the chicken back to the pan. Make sure it is covered in the sauce.
  • Cook for 10-12 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  • Sprinkle with as much or as little parmesan cheese as you like and garnish with fresh rosemary!
    2 Tablespoons Parmesan cheese, fresh rosemary
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 268kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 208mg | Potassium: 602mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 423IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 168mg | Iron: 1mg