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Lemon Chicken Recipe (2)

Easy Creamy Lemon Chicken

A deliciously simple creamy chicken dish infused with bright lemon zest, perfect for a comforting weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 piece lemon (zested and juiced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • for garnish Fresh parsley

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season your chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the chicken to the skillet, cooking until golden brown on both sides, about 7-8 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, stirring to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and lemon zest before returning the chicken to the skillet.
  7. Let it simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked through.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for future meals. For variations, add seasonal veggies or swap cream for Greek yogurt.