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Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken

By Lena AbrahamUpdated: Mar 2, 2023

4.8

69 Ratings

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When it comes to weeknight dinners, this is what we dream of. It's simple, creamy, and so dang satisfying.

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Yields:: 3 serving(s)
Prep Time:: 10 mins
Total Time:: 40 mins
Cal/Serv:: 964

Ingredients

1/2 c.
all-purpose flour
3/4 c.
freshly grated Parmesan, divided
1 tsp.
garlic powder
Zest of 1/2 lemon
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3
boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp.
extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp.
butter
2
cloves garlic, minced
2 c.
baby spinach
1 c.
heavy cream
2/3 c.
low-sodium chicken broth
1
lemon, sliced in rounds and halved
1/4 c.
thinly sliced fresh basil

Nutrition Information

Per Serving (Serves 3)

Calories964 Fat60 gSaturated fat30 gTrans fat0 gCholesterol343 mgSodium1206 mgCarbohydrates23 gFiber2 gSugar3 gProtein80 gVitamin D1 mcgCalcium541 mgIron3 mgPotassium1196 mg

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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Directions

1. Step 1On a large plate, combine flour with 1/4 cup Parmesan, garlic powder, and lemon zest. Season generously with salt and pepper and mix thoroughly with a fork. Dredge each chicken breast on all sides with flour mixture. Set aside.
2. Step 2In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil until shimmering but not smoking. Add chicken and sear until golden, 6 minutes. Flip and cook until opposite side is golden, around 6 minutes more. Remove from pan and set aside.
3. Step 3Turn heat down to medium and add butter to pan. When butter is melted add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add spinach and cook until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Add chicken broth, cream, and remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan and season with more salt and pepper. Stir to combine. Add lemon slices and bring to a simmer and cook until thickened slightly, 3 to 4 minutes. Return chicken to skillet and simmer until chicken is cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes more.
4. Step 4When chicken is cooked, remove skillet from heat and garnish with basil before serving.

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Contributor

Lena Abraham is a freelance contributor with Delish, and was formerly Senior Food Editor, where she developed and styled recipes for video and photo, and also stayed on top of current food trends. She’s been working in the food industry for over 10 years, and will argue that the best fish tacos in the world are made in New York. Don’t @ her.