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Pan-seared chicken breasts covered in a tangy creamy lemon sauce, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon slices.

Tangy Creamy Lemon Chicken Recipe: Zesty Dinner Joy

This recipe delivers a quick and delicious weeknight dinner, balancing bright, zesty flavors with a comforting creamy sauce. It's perfect for busy home cooks who want a satisfying meal in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • Olive oil
Creamy Lemon 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
  • Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
  • Lemon slices for garnish

Equipment

  • Meat mallet
  • nonstick skillet

Method
 

  1. Cut each chicken breast in half lengthwise to get thinner cutlets. Pound the chicken to an even thickness as needed using a meat mallet.
  2. Season both sides of the chicken cutlets with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Dredge the seasoned chicken in flour and shake off any excess.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
  4. Melt butter in the same pan. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Add chicken broth and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream plus salt and pepper to taste until combined.
  5. Return chicken to pan and bring to a simmer. Simmer for another 4-5 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
  6. Serve with lemon slices and freshly chopped parsley.

Notes

This recipe was inspired by a pantry raid and has become a family favorite for its bright flavors and ease of preparation.

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