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Creamy Lemon Chicken

You'll love the taste and ease of this 25-minute dinner recipe! It's got tender pan-fried chicken breasts with a delicious garlic lemon cream sauce, all made in one skillet.

Ingredients

  • 3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 thin-sliced chicken breasts
  • kosher salt and black pepper
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano divided
  • olive oil
  • 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2-3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2-3 Tablespoons lemon juice
  • lemon zest, lemon wedges, fresh parsley, or fresh dill optional garnish

Instructions

  • Place flour in a small bowl or plate. Sprinkle chicken breasts evenly on both sides with salt, pepper, and about 1 teaspoon of oregano. Warm a drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Lightly dredge each chicken breast through the flour. Shake gently to remove any excess, then place each piece in the hot pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, just until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken to a plate and set aside.
  • Add another small drizzle of olive oil to the skillet, along with the butter. When butter melts, add the garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds, just until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth, then scrape the pan to remove any browned bits from the bottom. Bring the liquid to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, until slightly reduced.
  • Stir in the cream, followed by the remaining 1/2 teaspoon oregano and salt and pepper to taste. (I usually add 1/4 teaspoon salt and 6-8 cranks of black pepper; this will vary according to your family’s preference.) When cream is warmed through, stir in the lemon juice.
  • Return chicken to the skillet. Let it warm for 1-2 minutes, spooning a bit of sauce over each piece.
  • Garnish as desired with extra lemon wedges, grated lemon zest, and fresh herbs, such as parsley or dill. Serve and enjoy!
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Notes

  • Add White Wine: Love the extra flavor of cooking with wine? Add a glug of your favorite dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc, to the sauce along with the broth. Or try this recipe for chicken in white wine sauce instead.
  • Make it Gluten-Free: Omit the flour entirely, or use any gluten-free blend. It’s main purpose is to help the chicken develop a slight crust, but it does also help to thicken the sauce a bit.

Nutrition Estimate

Calories: 174 kcal, Carbohydrates: 7 g, Protein: 14 g, Fat: 10 g, Saturated Fat: 6 g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3 g, Trans Fat: 0.1 g, Cholesterol: 60 mg, Sodium: 84 mg, Potassium: 291 mg, Fiber: 1 g, Sugar: 1 g, Vitamin A: 336 IU, Vitamin C: 4 mg, Calcium: 31 mg, Iron: 1 mg