Description
Creamy Lemon Butter Chicken is a rich and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts in a creamy lemon sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and heavy cream; stir to combine.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer until the sauce thickens, about 5-10 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice or pasta for a complete meal.
- Adjust lemon juice according to your taste preference.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Lemon Butter Chicken, Chicken Recipes, Dinner Ideas