Easy Creamy Lemon Chicken

Chicken Breast

Easy Creamy Lemon Chicken

Easy Creamy Lemon Chicken
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    35 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    34

Succulent chicken breasts bathed in a velvety lemon-infused cream sauce, this dish is both quick to prepare and utterly satisfying. The bright citrus notes elevate the richness of the cream, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Perfect served over a bed of al dente pasta or fluffy rice.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    3 g
  • Cholesterol
    126 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    28 g
  • Saturated Fat
    15 g
  • Sodium
    284 mg
  • Sugar
    0 g
  • Fat
    25 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View 7 mins Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until lightly browned on both sides, about 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer chicken to a baking dish.

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Recipe View 4 mins In the same skillet, stir in lemon juice and zest, cooking over medium-low heat for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring constantly to deglaze the pan. Gradually whisk in half-and-half, ensuring a smooth consistency. Stir in 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese until the sauce is velvety and uniform.

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Recipe View 1 mins Pour the creamy lemon sauce evenly over the chicken in the baking dish.

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05 Step

Recipe View 30 mins Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork, approximately 20 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

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06 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese evenly over the chicken and sauce. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

For a richer flavor, substitute heavy cream for the half-and-half.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a touch of heat.
Garnish with fresh parsley or basil for added freshness and visual appeal.
Ensure not to overcook the chicken in the searing process to prevent it from drying out during baking.
Feel free to add some vegetables to the baking dish alongside the chicken, such as asparagus or broccoli, for a complete meal.

Jewell Zemlak

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 11 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)

  • Reyes Kessler

    Jun 29, 2025

    I added some mushrooms to the sauce and it was fantastic! Thanks for the great recipe.

  • Sterling Cummings

    Jun 13, 2025

    This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! The lemon sauce is incredibly flavorful.

  • Sydney Walker

    Mar 21, 2025

    I found that using a cast iron skillet for both searing and baking really enhanced the flavor.

  • Tyshawn Haagmueller

    Feb 27, 2025

    Easy to follow and the chicken came out perfectly moist. Will definitely make again!

  • Kody Hickle

    Feb 13, 2025

    My family absolutely loved this chicken! The sauce was so creamy and delicious.

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