Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken

INGREDIENTS

(about 1 pound, total) boneless skinless chicken breasts, (pounded down to 1/2-inch thickness)

3/4 cup

grated parmesan cheese, (divided)

1 tsp

garlic powder

1 tsp

dried basil

1 tsp

dried thyme

zest of 1/2 lemon

salt and fresh ground pepper, (to taste)

1 tbsp

extra virgin olive oil

2 tbsp

butter, (divided)

3 cloves

garlic, (minced)

2/3 cup

low sodium chicken broth

1 cup

heavy cream

2 tbsp

lemon juice, ((adjust to taste - you may want less or more))

chopped fresh parsley, (for garnish)

lemon slices, (for garnish (optional))