Chicken Lemon Cream Cheese

Indulge in the creamy, zesty perfection of Chicken Lemon Cream Cheese, a restaurant-quality dish you can easily make at home. This recipe features tender, golden-browned chicken breasts simmered in a luscious sauce made with cream cheese, heavy cream, and a vibrant burst of freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest. Infused with garlic and a touch of rich chicken broth, the sauce perfectly balances tangy citrus notes with velvety smoothness, creating a flavor-packed pairing for rice, pasta, or roasted vegetables. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish is the epitome of comfort food elegance, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for the perfect finishing touch. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or looking for a weeknight upgrade, this Chicken Lemon Cream Cheese recipe will leave everyone at the table savoring every creamy, citrusy bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the softened cream cheese to the skillet and stir until it begins to melt and combine with the butter and garlic.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and chicken broth, stirring until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Add the lemon zest to the sauce and let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 7

Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them to coat. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for an additional 5-7 minutes, ensuring it is fully heated through.

Step 8

Garnish the dish with chopped parsley and serve hot over rice, pasta, or alongside roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1515.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3253.7

Total Fat 236.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 121.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1144.7mg	0%
Sodium 4257.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 21.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g	0%
Total Sugars 9.5g
Protein 235.0g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 378.2mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 2391.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.5%

Protein: 29.8%

Carbs: 2.7%