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This dish has everything we’re looking for when it comes to a weeknight dinner: it’s filling, requires only simple ingredients, and comes together in under an hour. If you’re looking for a bright summer dinner that still delivers on the comfort food factor, then this creamy lemon Parmesan chicken should be next on your weeknight dinner rotation. Trust us—one bite, and you’ll realize why this is one of our most popular chicken recipes of all time.
While this creamy chicken dish is delicious on its own, there are plenty of perfect pairings to serve alongside it. Serve it with angel hair pasta, over rice, or alongside grilled veggies for a complete dinner. Looking to shake things up? This dish is also completely versatile—add in spinach, cherry tomatoes, or mushrooms to bulk up the dish.
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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.Powered by
Directions
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Step 4When chicken is cooked, remove skillet from heat and garnish with basil before serving.