Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken
A creamy and zesty chicken dish that’s quick and easy to prepare, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Add olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat and heat until shimmering.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them in the skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until browned and fully cooked. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Add minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Stir in the heavy cream and lemon juice until the mixture simmers.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a unique twist, try adding mushrooms or spinach to the sauce.
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