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Creamy Lemon Chicken

Creamy Lemon Chicken

The ultimate comfort food, Creamy Lemon Chicken is a rich and creamy dish that’s perfect for any occasion. The tangy lemon combined with velvety cream creates a flavor profile that tantalizes your taste buds. Make it tonight for an easy weeknight dinner!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 460

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt plus more for seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper plus more for seasoning
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour divided
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic pressed or minced
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 1 piece lemon juice of 1
  • 4 tablespoons heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
  • ½ piece lemon thinly sliced

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Chef's Knife
  • Whisk
  • Frying Pan

Method
 

  1. Trim any excess fat from the chicken breasts and slice them in half lengthwise to make two thin cutlets. Season both sides of the chicken breasts evenly with the kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper then dredge each breast in the all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.
  2. Heat butter with the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown. Transfer to a platter or sheet pan and cover with foil.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium, add the garlic, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Sprinkle the garlic with the remaining tablespoon of flour, stirring while you cook for 1 minute.
  4. Whisk in the chicken stock, lemon juice, and heavy cream, scraping up the browned bits from the pan.
  5. Add the sliced lemon and cook for 4-5 minutes until the cream sauce thickens.
  6. Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter until melted. Add the chicken back to the sauce. Taste for seasoning and top with parsley or fresh thyme if desired.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.
  • Tip 2: You can freeze the chicken and sauce together. Just be sure to cool them completely before transferring them to freezer-safe bags.
  • Tip 3: This dish pairs beautifully with steamed broccoli, garlic bread, or a simple green salad for a complete meal.
  • Tip 4: If you like a little heat, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for an extra kick.
  • Tip 5: Substitute the chicken with thin slices of zucchini for a vegetarian version that’s just as delicious.