Description
Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, garlicky cream sauce, highlighted by zesty lemon. This family favorite brings warmth and comfort to your dinner table, making it perfect for both casual weeknight meals and special occasions. With its easy preparation and impressive flavors, it’s no wonder this recipe is a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 large fresh lemons (zest and juice)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme or oregano
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients, chopping garlic and zesting lemons.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side). Remove from pan.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic to the drippings until fragrant, then squeeze in fresh lemon juice.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth while stirring continuously. Add dried herbs and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Return chicken to the skillet, coating it with the sauce. Simmer for about 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve over pasta or rice, garnished with lemon slices or fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 482
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 150mg