Blue Cheese And Lemon Chicken Recipe

Name: Blue Cheese And Lemon Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/3 cups sour cream; 6 ounces mild blue cheese, crumbled (about 1 cup); 1 tablespoon grated lemon, zest of; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley; 1/2 cup flour; 2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crumbled; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cups fresh breadcrumbs; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted; 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 1/3 cups sour cream
6 ounces mild blue cheese, crumbled (about 1 cup)
1 tablespoon grated lemon, zest of
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 cup flour
2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crumbled
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups fresh breadcrumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

1
Preheat oven to 350*F and lightly butter or oil a baking dish large enough to hold the chicken breasts in a single layer.
2
Stir together sour cream, blue cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, and parsley in a bowl and set aside.
3
Combine the flour, rosemary, salt and pepper in a shallow dish and stir to mix.
4
Coat the chicken in the flour evenly, patting to remove excess.
5
Heat the butter and oil in a large skillet over medium high heat just until it is beginning to brown.
6
Add the chicken and cook until browned, about 4 minutes per side, without crowding the skillet (cook in batches, if need be).
7
Transfer the chicken to the baking dish, skin side up if using breasts with skin.
8
Spread the blue cheese mixture evenly over the chicken.
9
Combine the bread crumbs with the melted butter and parmesan cheese, stirring to mix.
10
Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the chicken and bake until the topping is nicely browned and the chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes (until juices run clear when pierced with the tip of a knife through the thickest part).

1250

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/3 cups sour cream, 6 ounces mild blue cheese, crumbled (about 1 cup), 1 tablespoon grated lemon, zest of, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Blue Cheese And Lemon Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Blue Cheese And Lemon Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions