Creamy Lemon Chicken
Creamy lemon chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, zesty sauce. This comforting meal is perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to elegant gatherings. With minimal effort, you’ll create an explosion of flavor that pairs beautifully with rice or fresh vegetables. Your family and friends will rave about this dish, making it a go-to recipe for your culinary repertoire.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Pat dry the chicken breasts and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil until shimmering. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in heavy cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer in the sauce for another 5 minutes until fully coated and heated through. Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 445
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg