Lemon Butter Chicken
This creamy Lemon Butter Chicken is a dish that's bound to earn a permanent spot in your dinner rotation! The rich, velvety sauce combines zesty citrus with smooth cream for a combination that makes everyone at the table reach for seconds.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- zest of 1 lemon
- juice of 1 large lemon about 1/4 cup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Mix the flour, salt, black pepper, and poultry seasoning in a shallow dish. Coat the chicken breasts evenly with the seasoned flour mixture.
- Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove the garlic from the pan and set aside.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and brown the chicken breasts on both sides, about 3–4 minutes per side. Remove the chicken to a plate and set aside.
- Deglaze the pan by adding the lemon juice and chicken broth. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan using a wooden spoon. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
- Stir in the heavy cream, lemon zest, and thyme. Return the garlic and chicken breasts to the pan, along with any juices that have accumulated on the plate.
- Reduce the heat to low, bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, and cover the pan. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) on a digital thermometer.
- Serve the chicken with the creamy lemon sauce spooned generously over the top. Pair with rice, mashed potatoes, and a fresh vegetable for a complete meal.
Notes
- Zest the lemon before juicing it for easier handling.
- Use a heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven for even heat distribution.
- Taste the sauce before serving and adjust the salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed for balance.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 339kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 744mg | Potassium: 603mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 480IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg
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