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Easy Creamy Lemon Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Easy Creamy Lemon Chicken features tender pan-seared chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection and served in a luscious, tangy lemon garlic cream sauce. This quick and flavorful dish makes for a perfect 30-minute weeknight meal with the bright freshness of lemon balanced by the richness of cream and savory herbs.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • Olive oil, for cooking

Sauce

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, plus more to taste
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Garnish

  • Fresh chopped parsley
  • Lemon slices

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Cut each chicken breast in half lengthwise to create thinner cutlets. Place them over plastic wrap and gently pound with a meat mallet to an even thickness. This ensures even cooking and helps tenderize the meat.
  2. Season and flour chicken: Season both sides of each cutlet with salt, pepper, and Italian herb seasoning (approximately ¼ teaspoon each per cutlet). Dredge the chicken in flour, shaking off any excess to avoid clumping.
  3. Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken cutlets for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  4. Make the sauce: Without cleaning the pan, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Pour in the chicken broth and 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice; taste and add the second tablespoon of lemon juice if desired. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Add cream and season: Stir in the heavy cream along with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well until the sauce is evenly combined and begins to thicken slightly.
  6. Simmer chicken in sauce: Return the seared chicken cutlets to the pan, spooning sauce over them. Let them simmer in the sauce for an additional 4-5 minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is thoroughly heated through.
  7. Serve: Plate the chicken and garnish with fresh chopped parsley and lemon slices. Serve immediately and enjoy your creamy, tangy lemon chicken.

Notes

  • This creamy lemon chicken comes together quickly, making it an excellent option for a flavorful weeknight dinner ready in about 30 minutes.
  • The lemon juice can be adjusted to your preferred tanginess; start with 1 tablespoon and add more to taste.
  • Using thinner chicken cutlets ensures quick cooking and helps keep the meat tender.
  • Don’t discard the browned bits in the skillet after cooking the chicken—they add great flavor to the sauce.
  • Pair this dish with steamed vegetables, rice, or a light salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 449 kcal
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 263 mg
  • Fat: 31 g
  • Saturated Fat: 18 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 27 g
  • Cholesterol: 169 mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/easy-creamy-lemon-chicken-recipe/