Quick & Creamy Chicken Lazone
Quick & Creamy Chicken Lazone is a delightful dish that features tender chicken breasts seasoned with a blend of spices and smothered in a rich, creamy sauce. This Southern-inspired recipe is both easy to prepare and delicious, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American (Southern)
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Pasta or rice, for serving
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Mix paprika, garlic, onion powder, Italian seasoning, cayenne, salt, and pepper together. Season chicken evenly.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat and cook chicken until golden, about 5-6 minutes on each side.
- Remove chicken, add cream to the skillet, and simmer until thickened.
- Return chicken to the pan, smother in sauce, and heat through.
- Serve over pasta or rice, garnished with parsley.
Notes
- Flatten chicken breasts for even cooking.
- Adjust cayenne pepper amount based on heat preference.
- The sauce can be thickened or thinned by adjusting the cooking time or adding more cream.
- Let the chicken rest before serving to retain moisture.
Nutrition
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 185mg