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Easy, Creamy Lemon Garlic Skillet Chicken

Easy Creamy Lemon Garlic Skillet Chicken for Quick Bliss

A quick and flavorful chicken dish with a creamy lemon garlic sauce.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add chicken breasts and cook until browned on both sides.
  3. Remove chicken and set aside.
  4. Add garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant.
  5. Pour in heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest; stir to combine.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer until cooked through.
  7. Season with salt and pepper, then sprinkle with parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, add grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce.
  • Serve with pasta or rice to soak up the sauce.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 16g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: Easy, Creamy Lemon Garlic Skillet Chicken