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30-Minute Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken Skillet

Close-up of seared chicken breast smothered in a rich, yellow creamy lemon chicken sauce and topped with fresh parsley.
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Make restaurant-style creamy lemon garlic chicken in one skillet in under 30 minutes. This quick recipe uses simple ingredients for a bright, zesty weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken to the hot skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the liquid simmer and reduce slightly for 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  7. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  8. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Serve this chicken over cooked pasta, rice, or alongside steamed asparagus for a complete meal.
  • If you prefer a tangier sauce, add 1 teaspoon of lemon zest along with the lemon juice.
  • For thicker sauce, simmer the cream and broth mixture for an extra 2-3 minutes before adding the cheese.

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