Description

Creamy Lemon Pepper Skillet Chicken is a quick yet luxurious dish that elevates weeknight dinners into gourmet experiences. This recipe features tender boneless chicken breasts seared to perfection and coated in a rich, zesty lemon pepper sauce made from fresh ingredients. With its delightful flavors and stunning presentation, it’s the perfect meal for impressing family and friends. Serve it over pasta or alongside fresh vegetables for a comforting, flavorful dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Zest of 1 lemon
1 teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)
2 tablespoons chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper. Sear for about 6 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Add Garlic: When chicken is nearly cooked through (about 10 minutes total), add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Make the Sauce: Reduce heat to medium-low. Pour in heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest. Stir until well combined.
Simmer: Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Garnish: Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Serve: Plate the chicken and drizzle generously with sauce.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 6 oz)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 560mg
Fat: 29g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, incorporate a splash of white wine when making the sauce. - Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option. - Mix in sautéed spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra color and nutrition.