Low Carb Lemon Chicken
Brighten up your dinner table with this flavorful Low Carb Lemon Chicken recipe, a perfect blend of zesty, creamy, and savory notes in every bite! Featuring tender, golden-browned chicken breasts bathed in a luscious lemon-garlic butter sauce, this dish is a satisfying option for anyone seeking a low-carb, keto-friendly meal. The sauce, made with fresh lemon juice, chicken broth, capers, and a touch of heavy cream, is perfectly balanced to highlight the vibrant citrus flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy evenings. Serve it over steamed vegetables, cauliflower rice, or a light side salad for a wholesome, guilt-free dinner the whole family will adore. Perfect for weeknight cooking or a cozy weekend meal, this dish is a simple yet elegant way to elevate your low-carb recipe repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 0.25 cup Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Capers, drained
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add butter.
Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and fresh lemon juice, and add the lemon zest.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 3-4 minutes to reduce slightly.
Stir in the parsley, capers, and heavy cream. Mix well to combine.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, turning them in the sauce to coat well.
Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for another 3-4 minutes to heat through.
Serve the lemon chicken hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1774 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.5 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.2 g | 151% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 687 mg | 229% | |
| Sodium | 4017 mg | 175% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 221.4 g | 443% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2214 mg | 47% | |
*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.
