Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
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- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
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- 1 teaspoon onion powder
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- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
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- Salt and black pepper to taste
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
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- 1 cup heavy cream
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- Cooked pasta or rice, for serving
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- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
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- In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.
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- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with the spice mixture, pressing it gently to adhere.
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- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
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- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. Reduce the heat to medium-low.
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- Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
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- Return the chicken to the skillet and coat it with the creamy sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the chicken is heated through.
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- Serve the Chicken Lazone over cooked pasta or rice, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Tips:
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- Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your taste preferences. For a milder dish, omit the cayenne altogether.
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- Feel free to substitute boneless, skinless chicken thighs for the chicken breasts if preferred.
Enjoy this creamy, savory delight that’s bound to become a favorite!