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Lemon Sauce Chicken

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Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Transform your weeknight dinner into an elegant yet effortless feast with this irresistible Lemon Sauce Chicken recipe. Tender, pan-seared chicken breasts are coated in a light flour crust and bathed in a velvety garlic-lemon cream sauce, made with fresh lemon juice, zest, and a touch of chicken broth for a zesty, savory balance. The dish comes together in just 40 minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings while still feeling indulgent and restaurant-worthy. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this bright and flavorful main course pairs beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or roasted vegetables. Simple ingredients, bold flavors, and a dash of elegance make this a must-try recipe for lemon lovers.

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Recipe Information

⏱️
Prep Time
15 min
🔥
Cook Time
25 min
🕐
Total Time
40 min
👥
Servings
4 servings
📊
Difficulty
Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts
  • 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoons salt
  • 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cups chicken broth
  • 0.5 cups heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
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Pro Tip: Read through all ingredients before starting to cook!

📝 Instructions

10 steps
1

Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.

2

Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper.

3

Place the flour in a shallow bowl and dredge each chicken breast in the flour, lightly coating both sides.

4

Add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

5

In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

6

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.

7

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest.

8

Simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.

9

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over each piece. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm through.

10

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Tip: Take your time with each step for the best results!
568
cal
56.7g
protein
14.3g
carbs
29.0g
fat

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (311.8g)
Calories
568
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 29.0 g 37%
Saturated Fat 12.5 g 62%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0 g
Cholesterol 193 mg 64%
Sodium 765 mg 33%
Total Carbohydrate 14.3 g 5%
Dietary Fiber 0.6 g 2%
Total Sugars 0.6 g
Protein 56.7 g 113%
Vitamin D 0.1 mcg 0%
Calcium 37 mg 3%
Iron 2.5 mg 14%
Potassium 572 mg 12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

10.6%%
41.6%%
47.8%%
Fat: 1044 cal (47.8%%)
Protein: 908 cal (41.6%%)
Carbs: 231 cal (10.6%%)