
Lemon Thyme Chicken and Potato Broth
A hearty but gluten free meal that is bursting with fresh herby flavor in a creamy aromatic broth
Equipment
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
- ⅓ 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
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