Skillet Creamy Lemon Chicken
Elevate your dinner game with this Skillet Creamy Lemon Chicken, a one-pan wonder that combines tender, golden-browned chicken breasts with a luxurious lemon-infused creamy sauce. Perfectly seasoned and lightly breaded, the chicken is seared to perfection before being nestled in a velvety blend of garlic, Parmesan, and fresh lemon juice, creating a sauce that’s both rich and refreshing. Finished with a sprinkle of lemon zest and optional parsley for a pop of color and flavor, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for weeknight meals or elegant entertaining. Pair it with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted veggies for a satisfying, restaurant-quality dish the whole family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 0.75 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, optional)
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 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-low and melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon.
Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes to allow the chicken to absorb the flavors.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately. Pair with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2374 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.8 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.1 g | 326% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 874 mg | 291% | |
| Sodium | 4178 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.0 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 242.4 g | 485% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 584 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 2165 mg | 46% | |
*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.
