This Chicken Lazone recipe is a quick and easy 30-minute dinner featuring pan-seared chicken tenders coated in a rich, buttery cream sauce. Serve these flavorful chicken strips over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice for a cozy and satisfying weeknight meal.
INGREDIENTS
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs. chicken tenders (unbreaded)
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups heavy cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Spice Mix
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
- ½ teaspoon coarse sea salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
- Season the Chicken: Mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Generously coat both sides of the chicken tenders with the spice blend.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Sear the chicken tenders in batches, cooking for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Lower the heat to medium. Pour in the heavy cream and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet for added flavor.
- Season and Thicken: Season the sauce with salt and pepper as needed. Let it simmer until it thickens and reduces slightly, about 5-8 minutes.
- Combine and Finish: Return the chicken and any juices from the plate back to the skillet. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the chicken to warm through and soak up the sauce.
- Serve: Serve hot over your choice of pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.
NOTES AND VARIATIONS
- Add Heat: Spice things up with a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Smoky Flavor: Incorporate smoked paprika for a deeper, smoky flavor.
- Boost Flavor: Stir in crumbled bacon for an extra layer of richness.
- Vegetable Add-Ins: Toss in fresh mushrooms or spinach for added texture and volume. If adding veggies, you may need extra cream sauce.
For more tips, substitutions, and suggestions, refer to the Recipe Tips section above. Enjoy!
