Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken
A deliciously easy dish that transforms chicken cutlets into a flavorful meal with a rich, creamy sauce infused with lemon and garlic.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into cutlets
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken cutlets generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the chicken cutlets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and Italian seasoning. Whisk until the sauce thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, spoon the creamy sauce over the top, and simmer for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Chicken breasts should be sliced thin for quicker cooking. Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version or use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.