Description

This Creamy Lemon Chicken is a quick and easy weeknight meal that’s bursting with flavor! Tender chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection and then simmered in a luscious creamy lemon sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a simple yet satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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4 (8-oz) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 tablespoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon lemon juice (or to taste)

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Instructions

Prep and Sear Chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4-8 minutes per side, or until golden brown and almost cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Sauté Garlic: Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
Simmer Sauce: Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and Italian seasoning (if using). Simmer for 2 minutes.
Thicken with Cheese: Reduce heat to low. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Add Lemon and Chicken: Stir in lemon juice, adjusting to taste. Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through.

Notes

For best results, use a cast-iron skillet or a heavy-bottomed skillet.
If you don’t have fresh lemon juice, you can use bottled lemon juice, but adjust the amount to taste.
Serve with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
Calories: 400
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 120mg