Chef John's Creamy Chicken Lazone
Chef John's Creamy Chicken Lazone brings tender seared chicken into a rich, lemon-kissed cream sauce infused with Cajun-inspired spices. The balance of smoky paprika, garlic, and a touch of cayenne creates warmth without overpowering, while a finish of cold butter gives the sauce a luxurious sheen. Serve for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual weekend meal when you want comfort with a bit of Southern flair.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chef John's Creamy Chicken Lazone, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 56 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 89 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 12
- Heart Health
- 61
- Metabolic
- 17
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 53
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder in a small bowl; set aside. Use half for the chicken rub and reserve the other half for the sauce.
- 2
Season the chicken on both sides with salt. Sprinkle half of the spice mixture over both sides of the chicken. Wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour (or up to overnight), or until ready to cook.
- 3
Heat oil in a heavy nonstick pan over medium-high. Sear the chicken, turning once, about 3 to 4 minutes per side; the chicken should be about 75% cooked and will finish in the sauce. Turn off the heat; transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
- 4
Add the remaining spice mixture to the pan and stir it in the hot oil for 30 seconds. Add the lemon juice, cream, and water. Stir in a pinch of salt.
- 5
Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Lower to medium-low and return the chicken to the pan with any accumulated juices. Simmer gently, turning occasionally to coat with the sauce, until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 8 to 10 minutes. Time will vary based on the size of the chicken breasts. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the center should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 6
Reduce the heat to low and add the green onions and butter. Stir into the sauce while also basting the chicken with the sauce. Check seasoning and serve.
- Calories 447.01 kcal High 22%
- Protein 41.91 g Good Source 84%
- Carbohydrate 7.83 g 3%
- Total Fat 25.88 g High 33%
- Saturated Fat 11.68 g High 58%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 210.2 mg High 70%
- Sodium 796.65 mg High 35%
- Dietary Fiber 1.43 g Low Source 5%
- Total Sugars 1.58 g --
- Added Sugars 0.97 g Low Source 2%
- Calcium 41.6 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 1.21 mg Low Source 7%
- Potassium 576.13 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 23.46 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 7.95 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Milk 🥛
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Chef John's Creamy Chicken Lazone is made with 14 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Chili Powder, and Garlic Powder. Each serving provides about 447.01 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chef John's Creamy Chicken Lazone made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Chili Powder, Garlic Powder, Green Onion. The full list of 14 is above.
- How long does it take to make Chef John's Creamy Chicken Lazone?
- About 30 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 447.01 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chef John's Creamy Chicken Lazone easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 14 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Chef John's Creamy Chicken Lazone healthy?
- Chef John's Creamy Chicken Lazone has an easyChef Pro health score of 46/100. Per serving, it provides 447.01 calories and 41.91 g of protein, or 84% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 796.65 mg (35% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 11.68 g (58% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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