Lemon Thyme Chicken and Potato Broth

A hearty but gluten free meal that is bursting with fresh herby flavor in a creamy aromatic broth
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Course Main Course
Servings 4
Calories 610 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the chicken and potatoes:

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • ½ lemon zest only
  • Generous drizzle of olive oil
  • Generous season of salt and pepper
  • 1 tbsp thyme fresh is best!
  • 2 cups mini potatoes you can chop them into bites if they are big

For the sauce:

  • 3 tbsp butter
  • ½ yellow onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp thyme fresh is best
  • cup white wine any light, dry wine. I love a sav blanc
  • 1 cup broth bone broth for extra nutrients
  • 1 cup heavy cream or milk for a lighter option but it won't be a creamy
  • ½ lemon juice + zest
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese freshly shredded

Instructions
 

Meal Prep Instructions

    chop aromatics

    • Finely chop and measure out 1/2 yellow onion and mince 2 garlic cloves– use within the day!
    • Shred 1/2 cup parmesan cheese and store in small food storage container

    Meal Assembly Instructions

      Season and Sear chicken

      • Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Pat chicken breasts dry – Evenly season them on all sides with Generous drizzle of olive oil, Generous season of salt and pepper, 1 tbsp thyme, 1/2 lemon zest. Sear each side for 1-2 minutes until a golden crust forms but inside doesn't need to be cooked. Remove chicken from skillet.

      Make broth

      • Lower heat to medium low, add 3 tbsp butter, 1/2 yellow onion, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tbsp thyme. Cook until fragrant and softened, about 2 min. Add 1/3 cup white wine and toast slightly for 2 min.
      • Add 1/2 lemon juice (save zest to garnish) to further deglaze and scrap any bits off the bottom of the pan. Once liquid reduces slightly after a couple minutes, add 1 cup broth, 1 cup heavy cream , and stir until well combined.

      Finish chicken and potatoes

      • Add mini potatoes and seared chicken back into skillet making sure they are covered at least half way with the broth.
      • Cover, simmer at a low temp, stirring every once in awhile for an even cook for about 15-20 min or until potatoes are softened and chicken is cooked through.
      • Remove from heat, finish with 1/2 cup parmesan cheese cheese and lemon zest – enjoy chicken and potatoes with a large spoonful of broth

      Notes

      This meal does well for leftovers up to 5 days! 

      Nutrition

      Calories: 610kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 55gFat: 39gSaturated Fat: 22gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 243mgSodium: 784mgPotassium: 999mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1600IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 229mgIron: 2mg
      Keyword chicken, gluten free, lemon, one pot
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