Lemon Sauce Chicken

Transform your weeknight dinner into an elegant yet effortless feast with this irresistible Lemon Sauce Chicken recipe. Tender, pan-seared chicken breasts are coated in a light flour crust and bathed in a velvety garlic-lemon cream sauce, made with fresh lemon juice, zest, and a touch of chicken broth for a zesty, savory balance. The dish comes together in just 40 minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings while still feeling indulgent and restaurant-worthy. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this bright and flavorful main course pairs beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or roasted vegetables. Simple ingredients, bold flavors, and a dash of elegance make this a must-try recipe for lemon lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cups chicken broth
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoons lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Place the flour in a shallow bowl and dredge each chicken breast in the flour, lightly coating both sides.

Step 4

Add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest.

Step 8

Simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 9

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over each piece. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm through.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1242.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2258.3

Total Fat 117.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 754.0mg	0%
Sodium 3474.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.0g	0%
Total Sugars 1.9g
Protein 224.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 142.8mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 447.9mg	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: 48.7%

Protein: 41.3%

Carbs: 10.1%