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[Food and Cooking](https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/) 2. [Recipes](https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/) 3. [Creamy Lemon Herb Chicken](https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a60928077/creamy-lemon-herb-chicken-recipe/) # Creamy Lemon Herb Chicken Have it on your table in under 30 minutes\! By [Ree Drummond](https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/author/1143543/pioneerwoman/ "Ree Drummond") Updated: Feb 13, 2026  4\.3 [13 Ratings](https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a60928077/creamy-lemon-herb-chicken-recipe/) [Jump to recipe](https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a60928077/creamy-lemon-herb-chicken-recipe/)  Will Dickey Yields: 4 - 6 serving(s) Prep Time: 25 mins Total Time: 25 mins Save Print If I had to choose one cut of chicken to eat for the rest of eternity, I’d pick thighs every single time. When they’re cooked right, chicken thighs come out so incredibly juicy and flavorful—even more so than breasts. Chicken thighs also tend to be a little more budget-friendly, and who doesn't appreciate [affordable dinner ideas](https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/meals-menus/g46352315/cheap-dinner-ideas/)? This creamy lemon herb chicken checks all the boxes: economical, downright delicious, and fast. It's a one-pan meal that can be on the table in under 30 minutes. (You can hardly bake a frozen pizza in that amount of time.) The abundance of herbs is key here—parsley, dill, basil, and chives work so well with the lemon to brighten up the dish. [Chicken thigh recipes](https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/meals-menus/g32264587/best-chicken-thigh-recipes/) like this will never let you down\! **Can you use chicken breasts instead of thighs?** Yes, if you prefer white meat, chicken breasts work just fine. Use chicken cutlets or boneless, skinless chicken breasts that have been pounded to an even thickness so they cook evenly. You’ll need about 1½ pounds total. **What kind of white wine is best for creamy lemon herb chicken?** Choose one that's not too sweet. My favorite [white wines for cooking](https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/cooking-tips-tutorials/a32174248/best-dry-white-wine-for-cooking/) are crisp, dry varieties like pinot grigio or sauvignon blanc. If you don't want to use wine, chicken broth is a great [white wine substitute](https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/cooking-tips-tutorials/g39315453/white-wine-substitute/). **What do you serve with creamy lemon herb chicken?** Choose your own adventure here: angel hair pasta, cooked rice, [mashed potatoes](https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a12083/delicious-creamy-mashed-potatoes/), or a big green salad all pair well with chicken. I tend to gravitate toward some sort of carb to sop up all of the creamy pan sauce. **How long does creamy lemon herb chicken last in the fridge?** This will stay good for up to three days stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat the chicken over low heat on the stove, splashing in a little chicken broth or water to thin out the sauce if needed. You can also reheat it in microwave for a quicker option. Read More Advertisement - Continue Reading Below ## Ingredients See Nutritional Information Print - **1/2** **cup** all-purpose flour - Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste - **2** **Tbsp.** olive oil - **6** (4-oz.) boneless, skinless chicken thighs - **1/4** **cup** white wine - **3** garlic cloves, grated on a microplane - **3/4** **cup** heavy cream - **1/2** **cup** finely grated parmesan - **1** lemon, zested and juiced - **2** **Tbsp.** roughly chopped parsley - **2** **Tbsp.** roughly chopped dill - **2** **Tbsp.** sliced chives - **2** **Tbsp.** thinly sliced basil - Lemon wedges, for serving ## Directions - 1. Step 1Add the flour to a shallow bowl and season with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium-high, then add the oil. 2. Step 2Meanwhile, dredge the chicken in the flour, shaking off any excess. When the oil is shimmering, add the chicken to the pan and fry until golden brown and cooked through, 4 to 6 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and set aside. 3. Step 3Carefully add the wine to the pan. Using a wooden spoon, scrape up any brown bits on the bottom of the pan to release the flavor, then add the garlic, cream, parmesan, lemon zest and juice, and a little more salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and continue cooking until the sauce thickens slightly, 2 to 3 minutes. 4. Step 4Taste and adjust the seasonings with a little more salt and pepper as necessary, then stir in about three-fourths of the parsley, dill, chives, and basil. Return the chicken to the pan, turning to coat. Sprinkle with the remaining herbs and serve immediately with more lemon wedges. ## Love this recipe? 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Yields: 4 - 6 serving(s) Prep Time: 25 mins Total Time: 25 mins If I had to choose one cut of chicken to eat for the rest of eternity, I’d pick thighs every single time. When they’re cooked right, chicken thighs come out so incredibly juicy and flavorful—even more so than breasts. Chicken thighs also tend to be a little more budget-friendly, and who doesn't appreciate [affordable dinner ideas](https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/meals-menus/g46352315/cheap-dinner-ideas/)? This creamy lemon herb chicken checks all the boxes: economical, downright delicious, and fast. It's a one-pan meal that can be on the table in under 30 minutes. (You can hardly bake a frozen pizza in that amount of time.) The abundance of herbs is key here—parsley, dill, basil, and chives work so well with the lemon to brighten up the dish. [Chicken thigh recipes](https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/meals-menus/g32264587/best-chicken-thigh-recipes/) like this will never let you down\! **Can you use chicken breasts instead of thighs?** Yes, if you prefer white meat, chicken breasts work just fine. Use chicken cutlets or boneless, skinless chicken breasts that have been pounded to an even thickness so they cook evenly. You’ll need about 1½ pounds total. **What kind of white wine is best for creamy lemon herb chicken?** Choose one that's not too sweet. My favorite [white wines for cooking](https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/cooking-tips-tutorials/a32174248/best-dry-white-wine-for-cooking/) are crisp, dry varieties like pinot grigio or sauvignon blanc. If you don't want to use wine, chicken broth is a great [white wine substitute](https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/cooking-tips-tutorials/g39315453/white-wine-substitute/). **What do you serve with creamy lemon herb chicken?** Choose your own adventure here: angel hair pasta, cooked rice, [mashed potatoes](https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a12083/delicious-creamy-mashed-potatoes/), or a big green salad all pair well with chicken. I tend to gravitate toward some sort of carb to sop up all of the creamy pan sauce. **How long does creamy lemon herb chicken last in the fridge?** This will stay good for up to three days stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat the chicken over low heat on the stove, splashing in a little chicken broth or water to thin out the sauce if needed. You can also reheat it in microwave for a quicker option. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below - **1/2** **cup** all-purpose flour - Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste - **2** **Tbsp.** olive oil - **6** (4-oz.) boneless, skinless chicken thighs - **1/4** **cup** white wine - **3** garlic cloves, grated on a microplane - **3/4** **cup** heavy cream - **1/2** **cup** finely grated parmesan - **1** lemon, zested and juiced - **2** **Tbsp.** roughly chopped parsley - **2** **Tbsp.** roughly chopped dill - **2** **Tbsp.** sliced chives - **2** **Tbsp.** thinly sliced basil - Lemon wedges, for serving - 1. Step 1Add the flour to a shallow bowl and season with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium-high, then add the oil. 2. Step 2Meanwhile, dredge the chicken in the flour, shaking off any excess. When the oil is shimmering, add the chicken to the pan and fry until golden brown and cooked through, 4 to 6 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and set aside. 3. Step 3Carefully add the wine to the pan. Using a wooden spoon, scrape up any brown bits on the bottom of the pan to release the flavor, then add the garlic, cream, parmesan, lemon zest and juice, and a little more salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and continue cooking until the sauce thickens slightly, 2 to 3 minutes. 4. Step 4Taste and adjust the seasonings with a little more salt and pepper as necessary, then stir in about three-fourths of the parsley, dill, chives, and basil. Return the chicken to the pan, turning to coat. Sprinkle with the remaining herbs and serve immediately with more lemon wedges.