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Creamy Herb Chicken

Creamy Herb Chicken

  • Author: Michael
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Creamy Herb Chicken is a quick and easy dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a luscious plant-based cream sauce infused with fresh thyme, parsley, and rosemary. This flavorful and comforting meal is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, delivering a creamy texture and vibrant herbaceous aroma without dairy. Serve with rice, pasta, or roasted vegetables for a versatile and satisfying dinner in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Herb Sauce

  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup fresh mixed herbs (thyme, parsley, and rosemary), chopped
  • 1 cup plant-based cream
  • 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth (gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper to help develop a flavorful crust during cooking.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and almost cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Build the Herb Sauce: Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and lemon juice, stirring to combine. Add chopped fresh herbs and plant-based cream. Sprinkle in the natural gelling agent and stir gently to thicken the sauce.
  4. Simmer and Combine: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top. Let simmer together for 5-7 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the sauce thickens as desired.
  5. Finish and Serve: Stir once more to coat the chicken evenly with the creamy herb sauce. Adjust seasoning if needed, then plate immediately to enjoy.

Notes

  • Make sure the skillet is hot before adding chicken to achieve a golden crust and retain juices.
  • Use fresh herbs for the best flavor impact.
  • Adjust the amount of plant-based cream to control sauce richness.
  • Add the natural gelling agent gradually and allow simmering to reach preferred thickness.
  • Let chicken rest a few minutes after cooking to maintain tenderness and juiciness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing and Simmering
  • Cuisine: International

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: creamy herb chicken, plant-based cream chicken, quick chicken recipe, gluten free dinner, herb sauce chicken, dairy free creamy chicken

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