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Creamy Lemon Chicken Skillet

A light yet comforting summer dinner featuring tender chicken simmered in a creamy lemon garlic sauce. Perfect for warm evenings, family dinners, or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 390
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Base
  • 2 chicken breasts sliced into cutlets
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Filling
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning
  • Topping
  • 2 tbsp parsley
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese
  • Lemon zest from ½ lemon

Method
 

  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken until golden.
  3. Melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  4. Add broth and cream, stirring until the sauce thickens.
  5. Stir in lemon juice, parmesan, and seasoning.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet and simmer until coated in sauce.

Notes

  • Let the dish rest briefly before serving.
  • Add vegetables like zucchini or tomatoes for a summer twist.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Add broth when reheating to maintain creaminess.