Creamy Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this Lemon Pepper Chicken recipe that’s bursting with flavor. Tender chicken breasts are seared to perfection and smothered in a luscious lemon-infused cream sauce. This dish is a perfect blend of tangy and savory, making it an ideal choice for a quick and delicious dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Sauce:
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear the chicken until golden and cooked through.
- Make the sauce: Sauté garlic, add broth, cream, lemon juice, zest, onion powder, and Parmesan. Simmer until thickened.
- Combine chicken and sauce: Return chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer until heated through.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra richness, add a pat of butter to the sauce.
- This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.
- Adjust lemon juice to taste for preferred tanginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
