Easy Creamy Lemon Chicken Recipe – A Comforting Family Delight
This Easy Creamy Lemon Chicken Recipe is a comforting family delight that combines the brightness of lemon with creamy goodness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken to the skillet and cook until it’s fully cooked through.
- Season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in lemon juice for an hour before cooking.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or over rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Easy Creamy Lemon Chicken, Lemon Chicken Recipe, Comforting Chicken Dinner, Family-Friendly Recipe