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Creamy Lemon Chicken Skillet

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A quick and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken in a creamy lemon sauce, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (pounded to 1/2 inch thickness)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme or oregano

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions 

  • Pat chicken dry and dredge in flour mixture. Sear in oil and butter until golden, then remove.
  • Sauté garlic in the same pan, add broth, and scrape up browned bits.
  • Stir in cream, thyme, lemon juice, and simmer until slightly thickened.
  • Whisk in Parmesan and lemon zest, then return chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine when sautéing garlic.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, creamy, lemon