Creamy Lemon Chicken
Creamy Lemon Chicken is a delightful dish that promises to elevate your dining experience. Tender chicken breasts are enveloped in a rich, zesty lemon sauce, creating a perfect harmony of flavors. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this quick recipe ensures you impress your family and friends without the stress of complicated cooking. Serve it alongside rice or veggies for a complete meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh lemons
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sear in the skillet for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Remove chicken and add minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, and zest; scrape any browned bits from the pan and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream and return chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over it. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg