Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken Breast Skillet, a quick and easy dish that transforms tender chicken breasts into a mouthwatering meal. Infused with zesty lemon and aromatic garlic, this one-skillet wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. In just 30 minutes, you can create a creamy sauce that elevates the chicken, making it a family favorite. Serve it over rice, pasta, or alongside fresh vegetables for a complete dining experience. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, this recipe is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme on both sides.
- Sear the chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown; then remove from the skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add chicken broth, heavy cream, and lemon juice to the skillet; simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over it. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
- Cook for an additional 5–7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 145mg