Creamy Citrus Chicken with Rosemary
A flavorful and creamy chicken dish infused with fresh citrus and aromatic rosemary, perfect for a comforting dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
1 tablespoon lemon zest (from about 1 lemon)
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
1 tablespoon orange zest (from about 1 orange)
1/4 cup fresh orange juice (about 1 orange)
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside on a plate.
Reduce heat to medium and add the minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to loosen any browned bits.
Add the heavy cream, fresh rosemary, lemon zest, lemon juice, orange zest, orange juice, and Dijon mustard to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
Simmer the sauce for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top.
Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes to warm the chicken through and allow flavors to meld.
Remove from heat and serve the creamy citrus chicken garnished with additional rosemary if desired.