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Creamy Lemon Garlic Skillet Chicken with Parmesan

Four golden-brown chicken cutlets swimming in a rich, creamy lemon sauce and topped with fresh parsley.
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Make restaurant-quality creamy lemon chicken in a single skillet. This recipe delivers tender chicken breasts in a rich, zesty sauce featuring garlic and Parmesan cheese, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 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
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C). Remove chicken and set aside on a plate.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 1 minute.
  6. Stir in heavy cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  7. Reduce heat to low. Whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Do not let the sauce boil after adding cheese.
  8. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken.
  9. Simmer for 2 minutes to heat the chicken through.
  10. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Serve this creamy lemon chicken over pasta, rice, or with steamed vegetables.
  • If you prefer a tangier sauce, add 1 teaspoon of capers along with the chicken broth.
  • To keep the sauce from breaking, make sure the heat is low when adding the Parmesan cheese.

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