Creamy Lemon Chicken
Try this Creamy Lemon Chicken recipe, or contribute your own.
Try this Creamy Lemon Chicken recipe, or contribute your own.
- Carbohydrate 9.847875 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 0.903000000361835 g
- Fiber 0.247499996423721 g
- Protein 0.22275 g
- Saturated Fat 0.126405000049962 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (18g)
- Sodium 22.6370182291739 mg
- Sugar 9.60037500357628 g
- Trans Fat 0.0407737500097987 g
- Calories 46 calories
Step-by-step
- Slice chicken breast horizontally to create two thin steaks (so you end up with 4 thin steaks in total).
- Sprinkle each side with salt and pepper, then coat with flour, shaking off excess.
- Place butter and oil in a large skillet over medium high heat, heat until butter melts.
- Swirl to mix the two together.
- Add chicken and cook the first side until golden, then turn and cook the other side until golden and just cooked.
- Remove onto a plate.
- Turn heat down to medium.
- Add ½ cup of chicken broth, bring to simmer and scrape the brown bits on the bottom of the pan into the liquid.
- Add remaining chicken broth and cream.
- Simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened (the sauce thickens more as it cools during serving).
- Stir through lemon juice and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Adjust lemon to taste.
- Return the chicken to the pan (pour in any juices on the plate too) and cook for a further 1 minute (to reheat chicken and thicken sauce more).
- Place chicken on serving plates with pasta or mashed potatoes.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley if using.
- Pour lemon cream sauce into a sauce jug and serve on the side.
Creamy Lemon Chicken: A Weeknight Winner
As a busy working mom, finding time to cook a delicious and healthy dinner can feel like a Herculean task. But trust me, this Creamy Lemon Chicken recipe is a lifesaver. It's quick, easy, and surprisingly elegant – perfect for a weeknight meal that doesn't compromise on flavour. Forget takeout; this recipe is your new go-to for satisfying your family's cravings without spending hours in the kitchen.
The beauty of this dish lies in its simplicity. The chicken breasts are thinly sliced, ensuring they cook quickly and evenly. The lemon-cream sauce is incredibly versatile; you can adjust the lemon juice to your preference, creating a perfectly balanced tangy and creamy taste. I often use leftover roasted vegetables or a simple side salad to complete the meal, making it a well-rounded and nutritious dinner. The kids love it, my husband raves about it, and even on my busiest days, I can whip it up in under 30 minutes.
One of my favorite aspects of this recipe is its adaptability. Sometimes I substitute the chicken broth with a homemade vegetable broth for extra flavour depth. Other times, depending on what's in the fridge, I'll add different herbs or vegetables to the sauce. A sprinkle of fresh dill or a handful of chopped spinach can elevate the dish to another level. The possibilities are endless! It's the perfect recipe to experiment with, tailoring it to your taste and dietary needs.
Beyond the ease of preparation and delicious flavor, this recipe offers a healthy and balanced meal. Chicken is a great source of lean protein, essential for maintaining energy levels and muscle mass. The cream adds a richness that satisfies without being overly heavy. And the lemon juice provides a zesty kick, brightening up the dish and adding a refreshing twist.
This Creamy Lemon Chicken recipe isn’t just a meal; it’s a solution. It's a solution to the age-old question of "what's for dinner?" on a busy weeknight. It’s a solution for those times when you need a quick and satisfying meal that doesn’t require a culinary degree. And it’s a solution for impressing your family and friends without the fuss and stress of complex cooking techniques.
So, give this recipe a try. I guarantee it'll become a staple in your kitchen, a comforting and delicious meal you'll turn to time and time again. Let me know in the comments how you adapted it to your own taste – I love hearing your feedback and creative additions! Happy cooking!
