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Creamy Lemon Chicken

Creamy Lemon Chicken is a delightful dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a luscious lemon-infused cream sauce.
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Equipment

  • - Large skillet
  • Tongs
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • - 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • - 1 tsp garlic powder
  • - 1 tsp salt
  • - 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • - 2 tbsp olive oil
  • - 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • - 3 cloves garlic minced
  • - 1 cup chicken broth
  • - 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • - 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • - 1 tsp lemon zest
  • - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley optional, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • **Prepare the Chicken:**
  • Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. In a shallow dish, combine the flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Dredge the chicken in the mixture, shaking off any excess.
  • **Cook the Chicken:**
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  • **Make the Sauce:**
  • In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant. Stir in the chicken broth, heavy cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Bring to a simmer, whisking to combine.
  • **Thicken the Sauce:**
  • Stir in the Parmesan cheese and let the sauce cook for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly thickened. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  • **Combine Chicken and Sauce:**
  • Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over the top, and simmer for 3-5 minutes to meld the flavors.
  • **Serve:**
  • Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.