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Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken Breast

creamy lemon garlic chicken breast recipe made easy at home. Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts in a luscious lemon garlic cream sauce that comes together in ju
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 (6-8 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
Sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth low-sodium preferred
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice about 2 lemons
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Pat dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the butter is melted and foaming, add the chicken in a single layer. Cook for 5-6 minutes per side until deeply golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter and garlic to the skillet; sauté 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits with a wooden spoon. Bring to a simmer and cook until reduced by half, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in heavy cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened. Whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with extra salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top. Simmer for 1-2 minutes to warm through. Garnish with parsley and additional lemon slices. Serve immediately.