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Creamy Herbed Chicken

This creamy herbed chicken is made in one skillet with garlic, herbs, and a silky sauce. It's an easy, quick dinner everyone loves!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time17 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken recipe, cream garlic herb chicken, creamy chicken with herbs, creamy garlic herbed chicken, creamy herb chicken, creamy herb chicken recipe, creamy herbed chicken, dinner, easy recipe, healthy, healthy recipe, high protein, meal
Servings: 4 people

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
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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, just until browned. Remove from the pan.
  • Return the pan to the stove and set it 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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Notes

Note: While you can use a cast-iron pan if you prefer, a stainless steel pan will work best for creating the pan sauce. 

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
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