This Lemon Chicken comes together in about 30 minutes and is cooked all in one pan for a quick and easy weeknight meal or lunch that your family will love! Trust me, you’re going to want to keep this one in your rotation!
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 3 Large Chicken Breasts
- 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 Teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- 6 Tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter (divided)
- 3 Cloves Garlic, Minced
- 1 Cup Chicken Stock or Chicken Broth
- 1 Cup Heavy Cream
- 4 Teaspoons Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1/2 Cup Parmesan Cheese, Grated
- Cooked Pasta, for Serving
- Parsley, Chopped, for Garnish
- Fresh Lemon Slices, for Garnish
Here’s How It’s Done
First, you’ll want to season the chicken with a couple of pinches of salt and pepper, and then dredge each cutlet in flour, shaking off any excess flour. This coating helps achieve that lovely crispiness!
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat, and melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Once it’s nice and hot, add the chicken cutlets in a single layer. Brown them for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they’re golden brown and cooked through (that beautiful golden color is what you’re looking for!). Once done, transfer the chicken onto a plate, cover it to keep warm, and set aside.
Now, melt the remaining tablespoon of butter in the same skillet, and toss in the minced garlic. Sauté for about a minute, just until fragrant, you don’t want it to burn!
Carefully add the chicken stock to deglaze the pan, scraping up all those delicious bits stuck to the bottom. This is key, those bits are packed with flavor!
Adjust your heat to medium-low, then stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and parmesan cheese. Bring the mixture to a simmer, oh, the creaminess is going to make your heart sing!
Let everything simmer for a couple of minutes, stirring occasionally, and then season with a little more salt and pepper to taste. Finally, return the chicken to the sauce, letting it simmer until thickened (about another 5 minutes).
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve over pasta, rice, or whatever your heart desires! Don’t forget those lemon slices for an extra zing!
If you loved this creamy Lemon Chicken, be sure to check out my Morton’s Chicken Breast or my Marry me Chicken!
Why This Recipe Works
Quick & Easy
This creamy Lemon Chicken comes together in under 30 minutes, perfect for those busy weeknights when you need something delicious, but without all the fuss.
One Pot Wonder
Minimal cleanup required! Just one pan for both cooking the chicken and making that luscious sauce. Honestly, who doesn’t love fewer dishes to do?
Customizable
The best part is that you can use whatever ingredients you have on hand. Don’t have chicken? Use shrimp! Want to add some veggies? Toss in spinach or peas!
Comfort Food
This dish is seriously comforting, loaded with tons of flavor. The creamy texture paired with zesty lemon is a match made in heaven.
Family Friendly
This is my go-to recipe when I want to please the whole family. My picky 8-year-old actually asked for seconds last week!
Serving and Storage Tips
What to Serve With This
I love serving this creamy Lemon Chicken with some al dente pasta, it acts like the perfect sponge for that creamy sauce! You could also serve it over rice, with garlic bread, or alongside a fresh garden salad.
Storage
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions
To reheat, simply place the chicken in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of chicken broth or cream to loosen the sauce. Stir gently until warmed through. You can also reheat it in the microwave, but be aware that the sauce might not be as creamy as when it’s fresh.
Freezer Friendly
Yes, this dish is freezer-friendly! Allow it to cool completely, then store it in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to enjoy it again, defrost it in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
Honestly, this creamy Lemon Chicken is one of my absolute favorites. It’s such a comforting dish and perfect for meal prep or busy nights. I often whip it up when I’m short on time but still want something that tastes decadent and feel-good. And the best part is, you can (and I do) swap in whatever ingredients are lingering in my fridge. Funny story about this recipe: I made it for my brother last month, and he was so impressed he thought I’d been hiding my fancy cooking skills from him. It’s definitely a keeper!
So there you have it! Whip up this delicious Creamy Lemon Chicken and watch your family fall in love with dinner. Trust me, it’s a winner!
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Creamy Lemon Chicken
Ingredients
Method
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then dredge each cutlet in flour, shaking off any excess.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
- Add the chicken cutlets in a single layer and brown them for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer the chicken onto a plate, cover it to keep warm, and set aside.
- Melt the remaining tablespoon of butter in the same skillet and toss in the minced garlic. Sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
- Carefully add the chicken stock to deglaze the pan, scraping up the flavorful bits stuck to the bottom.
- Adjust heat to medium-low, stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and parmesan cheese, and bring to a simmer.
- Let simmer for a couple of minutes, then season with more salt and pepper to taste.
- Return the chicken to the sauce and let simmer until thickened for about another 5 minutes.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve over pasta, rice, or your choice, with lemon slices.