Lemon Garlic Chicken
A quick and flavorful dish featuring juicy chicken breasts in a creamy lemon garlic sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 lemons (juice and zest)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest. Stir to combine and let it simmer until slightly thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and coat thoroughly with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat carefully to avoid drying out the chicken.
Find it online: https://www.zaynkitchen.com/lemon-garlic-chicken-recipe/