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Three pieces of perfectly seared chicken breasts smothered in a rich, creamy sauce, served with lemon slices, showcasing the Tangy Lemon Cream Chicken.

Tangy Lemon Cream Chicken

This recipe creates a flavorful, creamy chicken dish with a bright lemon finish. It is suitable for home cooks looking for satisfying meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 497

Ingredients
  

Crispy Chicken
  • 600 g chicken breasts Split into 4 thin steaks
  • 1/2 tsp cooking salt (kosher salt)
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper
  • 1/4 cup flour (plain / all-purpose)
  • 40 g butter, unsalted or 3 tbsp
Sauce
  • 1 garlic clove, minced Use 1 to 2
  • 1.25 cups chicken broth/stock
  • 3/4 cup cream, heavy/thickened
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice Adjust to taste, start with 3 tbsp
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 3/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated or finely shredded
To Serve
  • 1 Pasta of choice (linguine used)
  • Finely chopped parsley

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create two thin steaks, resulting in four thin steaks total.
  2. Sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides of the chicken, then coat with flour, shaking off any excess.
  3. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 2 minutes on each side until it is golden and crispy. Remove the chicken and place it on a plate.
  4. Add a small amount of butter to the pan if it seems dry. Add the minced garlic and stir for 10 seconds.
  5. Add the chicken broth, cream, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Bring the mixture to a simmer and scrape the bottom of the pan to dissolve any browned bits into the liquid. Use a whisk if needed to dissolve the mustard.
  6. Add the parmesan cheese, then simmer rapidly for 3 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly. Add salt, pepper, and adjust the lemon juice to your taste.
  7. Return the chicken to the pan, pouring in any juices left on the plate. Turn the chicken pieces to coat them in the sauce.
  8. Place the chicken on serving plates with pasta or mashed potatoes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley if you are using it. Spoon the lemon sauce over the chicken and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 497kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 41gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 193mgSodium: 913mgPotassium: 670mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1118IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 266mgIron: 1mg

Notes

If you use light cream, it will not thicken as much. You can use evaporated milk to decrease the fat content. For the parmesan, use cheese you have grated yourself or store-bought finely shredded cheese. Avoid store-bought parmesan that has a sandy texture, as it does not dissolve well.

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