Creamy Curry Lemon Chicken

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Creamy Curry Lemon Chicken recipe, a perfect balance of bold spices and velvety richness. Juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts are gently simmered in a luscious sauce featuring fragrant curry powder, earthy turmeric, and a zing of freshly squeezed lemon juice. The creamy base, made with heavy cream and a splash of chicken broth, envelops each bite in indulgent flavor, while lemon zest adds a refreshing brightness. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this dish pairs beautifully with fluffy white rice or warm, soft naan for an unforgettable meal. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pan recipe is simple enough for busy evenings yet impressive enough to serve to guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
• 4 servings white rice or naan (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Sprinkle the curry powder and ground turmeric over the onions and garlic. Stir continuously for 1 minute to toast the spices and enhance their flavors.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze. Let the broth simmer for 2 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the heavy cream and lemon juice, combining well. Add the lemon zest and return the chicken breasts to the skillet.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F) and the sauce has thickened.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve hot with white rice or warm naan bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1611.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2233.1

Total Fat 77.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 637.8mg	0%
Sodium 3583.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 138.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.0g	0%
Total Sugars 8.7g
Protein 231.0g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 204.4mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 730.9mg	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: 32.1%

Protein: 42.5%

Carbs: 25.4%