Description
Creamy lemon chicken is the kind of dinner that feels fancy and comforting—zesty, rich, and ready in about 30 minutes. Tender seared chicken simmered in a velvety lemon-garlic cream sauce, this dish pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or veggies. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or the whole table, it’s a guaranteed win that tastes like way more effort than it is.
Ingredients
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup chicken broth
¾ cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
Juice of 2 lemons
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tsp dried thyme (or Italian seasoning)
Salt + pepper to taste
Optional: chopped parsley, parmesan for garnish
Instructions
Season chicken with salt, pepper, and thyme. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Sear chicken 4-5 mins per side until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
In the same pan, add butter and garlic. Sauté for 1 minute.
Stir in broth and lemon juice, scraping up any bits from the pan. Simmer 2 mins.
Lower heat and add cream and zest. Stir until smooth.
Return chicken to the pan, coat in sauce, and simmer 3-5 mins to thicken.
Garnish and serve over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner