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Creamy Lemon Garlic Parmesan Skillet Chicken

Three pieces of pan-seared chicken breasts smothered in a rich, creamy lemon sauce and topped with fresh parsley.
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Make restaurant-quality, tender chicken breasts in a rich, zesty lemon cream sauce with garlic and Parmesan cheese. This easy one-pan dish is ready in 30 minutes, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the broth simmer and reduce slightly for 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  6. Reduce the heat to low. Whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and thickened. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken.
  8. Simmer for 1-2 minutes to heat the chicken through. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Serve this creamy lemon chicken over cooked pasta, rice, or alongside roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
  • For extra flavor, add 1/2 cup of fresh spinach to the sauce when you add the heavy cream.
  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best zesty flavor.

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