Creamy Lemon Thyme Chicken
Elevate your dinner table with our exquisite Creamy Lemon Thyme Chicken – a dish that effortlessly combines zesty citrus, aromatic thyme, and velvety cream to create a symphony of flavours. This easy-to-follow recipe results in tender, succulent chicken breasts bathed in a rich, creamy pan sauce that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight.
INGREDIENTS
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chicken broth (HOMEMADE BROTH RECIPE)
60 ml lemon juice (about 2 medium lemons)
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/3 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
80 ml heavy cream, at room temperature
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
Salt and pepper to taste
For garnish: lemon slices and fresh thyme
METHOD
1. Sprinkle both sides of each chicken breast with salt and pepper.
2. In a large ovenproof skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 7-8 minutes, turning once halfway. Brown the chicken on the outside, ensuring it’s not fully cooked in the centres. Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover tightly with foil.
3. Preheat the oven to 190°C.
4. Remove the skillet from the stove and add chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, onion, garlic, and thyme. Return the skillet to medium-high heat. Cook and stir to scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring to a boil.
5. Allow the mixture to boil, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until the liquid is reduced to around 1/2 cup.
6. Stir in the cream and butter. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, and allow to simmer for 3-4 minutes.
7. Add the partially cooked chicken to the sauce and place the skillet in the preheated oven. Bake until the chicken is fully cooked through, about 10 minutes.
8. Serve the chicken with the luscious sauce spooned on top. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh thyme.
Optional: Pair this delightful Lemon Thyme Chicken with a velvety parsnip puree (RECIPE) for a complete and indulgent dining experience.
Dive into a world of flavour with our Lemon Thyme Chicken – a culinary masterpiece that brings together the brightness of lemon, the earthiness of thyme, and the richness of cream. Perfect for a special dinner or when you want to impress without the fuss, this recipe promises a symphony of tastes that will linger long after the plates are cleared. Enjoy the magic of homemade gourmet dining with this simple yet elegant dish.
