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Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken Skillet

This Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken is a quick and flavorful 30-minute dinner made in one skillet. Juicy, pan-seared chicken breasts are simmered in a velvety garlic and lemon cream sauce that’s rich yet refreshing. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s gluten-free friendly and pairs well with vegetables, potatoes, or rice.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 2 large chicken breasts sliced horizontally into two cutlets
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 tablespoons garlic minced
  • 0.5 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 250 ml chicken broth
  • 200 ml heavy cream
  • 0.25 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions
 

Prepare the Chicken

  • Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and sear for 5–6 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and set aside.

Make the Sauce

  • In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Sprinkle in the flour and stir continuously for 1 minute to form a smooth paste.
  • Gradually pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, whisking constantly until smooth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 4–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Add paprika, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

Finish the Dish

  • Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Spoon sauce over the chicken and simmer on low heat for 5 minutes to warm through and allow flavors to meld.

Notes

  • Use gluten-free flour to make this dish suitable for gluten-free diets.
  • For extra citrus flavor, add a bit of lemon zest to the sauce.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs for added richness.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently with a splash of broth or cream.
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