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Creamy lemon chicken served on a white plate with slices of lemon, topped with cilantro.
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Creamy Lemon Chicken

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of my Creamy Lemon Chicken, a delightful dish featuring tender chicken bathed in a luscious lemon garlic cream sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner at home, this recipe promises a burst of zesty goodness in every bite.
Course dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Worldwide
Keyword creamy lemon chicken, lemon garlic creamy chicken
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 715kcal

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1 lbs Chicken can use chicken thigh or breast
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1/8 tsp Salt
  • 1/8 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/8 tsp Chili Pepper

Creamy Lemon Sauce

  • 3 Cloves Garlic
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 1/2 Cup Chicken Broth
  • 1/4 tsp Chicken Bullion
  • 2 1/2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 3/4 Cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/8 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
  • Cilantro chopped, optional

Instructions

  • Gather all the ingredients.
    Ingredients for the creamy chicken recipe on the countertop.
  • Grate the garlic and chop the cilantro.
    Grated garlic and chopped cilantro on a cutting board.
  • Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, and chili powder. Note - If using chicken breast, it's best to butterfly it or slice into 1/2 inch thickness.
    Chicken seasoned with salt, black pepper, and chili powder.
  • Add olive oil to a frying pan and bring it up to temperature over medium heat. Once it reaches the right temperature, add the chicken, cover, and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate.
    Chicken being cooked in a frying pan.
  • In the same frying pan, add butter and grated garlic over medium heat and cook until the butter is melted.
    Garlic and butter melted in a frying pan.
  • Add chicken broth, chicken bouillon, lemon juice, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well combined, then return the chicken to the pan. Cook uncovered for 3-5 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
    Creamy lemon sauce in a frying pan.
  • Transfer the cooked chicken on top of your choice of rice, pasta, or enjoy it by itself. Drizzle sauce on top and sprinkle chopped cilantro.
    Creamy lemon chicken served on a plate.

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Nutrition

Calories: 715kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 67g | Saturated Fat: 33g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 23g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 214mg | Sodium: 735mg | Potassium: 344mg | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1822IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 1mg