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Easy Creamy Lemon Chicken Recipe

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This Easy Creamy Lemon Chicken recipe features tender chicken cutlets cooked to perfection in a rich, velvety sauce made with garlic, lemon juice, chicken broth, and heavy cream. The dish is seasoned with Italian herbs, offering a perfect balance of bright citrus and savory flavors. It’s a quick and comforting stovetop meal perfect for weeknight dinners and garnished with fresh parsley and lemon slices for added freshness and visual appeal.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • Olive oil, for cooking

Sauce

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, plus more to taste
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Garnish

  • Fresh chopped parsley
  • Lemon slices

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut each chicken breast in half lengthwise to create thinner cutlets. Place the cutlets between plastic wrap and gently pound them using a meat mallet to even out the thickness, ensuring they cook evenly and become tender.
  2. Season and Dredge: Season both sides of the chicken cutlets with salt, pepper, and Italian herb seasoning, roughly ¼ teaspoon of each per cutlet. Dredge the chicken in all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess to prevent clumping.
  3. Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook the floured chicken cutlets for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  4. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, do not clean the pan—melt unsalted butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth and 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, stirring to deglaze the pan, then taste and add the remaining tablespoon of lemon juice if desired. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  5. Add Cream and Season: Stir in heavy cream along with salt and pepper to taste. Mix until the sauce is smooth and well combined. Allow the sauce to simmer gently.
  6. Finish Cooking: Return the cooked chicken cutlets to the skillet, submerging them partially in the creamy lemon sauce. Simmer for 4-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and the chicken is heated through.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Plate the chicken, spoon over additional sauce, and garnish with fresh chopped parsley and lemon slices. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken briefly in lemon juice and herbs before cooking.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, allow it to reduce slightly longer or add a small amount of cornstarch slurry.
  • This dish pairs well with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
  • Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.

Keywords: Creamy Lemon Chicken, Easy Chicken Recipes, Lemon Chicken, Chicken Cutlets, Italian Herb Chicken, Weeknight Dinner

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