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Creamy Lemon Garlic Skillet Chicken with Parmesan

A golden-brown seared chicken breast swimming in a rich, creamy lemon sauce speckled with fresh parsley.
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Make restaurant-quality creamy lemon chicken in your skillet. This recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a rich, zesty lemon cream sauce with garlic and Parmesan cheese. It is simple enough for a weeknight dinner but impressive for guests.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken breasts to the hot skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the broth simmer for 1 minute.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  7. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the creamy lemon sauce over the chicken.
  9. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes to heat the chicken through.
  10. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving. Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or vegetables.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, dredge the chicken lightly in flour seasoned with salt and pepper before searing.
  • If you prefer a tangier sauce, add 1 teaspoon of capers when you add the chicken broth.
  • This dish pairs well with cooked orzo or fettuccine pasta to soak up the sauce.

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