Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this delicious Creamy Lemon Pepper Chicken. Tender chicken breasts are seared to perfection and smothered in a luscious lemon-infused cream sauce, creating a mouthwatering dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Cream Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Rub lemon pepper seasoning and salt on both sides of the chicken breasts.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sear the chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic in butter. Add cream, broth, Parmesan, lemon zest, and juice. Simmer until thickened.
- Combine and Serve: Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it. Simmer briefly, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- Serve with mashed potatoes, pasta, or steamed vegetables.
- Try using chicken thighs for a juicier alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
