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Creamy Lemon Butter Chicken

A delightful balance of creamy, zesty lemon flavors with tender chicken, perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 750

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Season the sliced chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika, ensuring every piece is well-coated.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken. Cook for about 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover to keep warm.
  3. In the same skillet, add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onion turns translucent and fragrant.
  4. Pour in the lemon juice, followed by the lemon zest. Scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  5. Add the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook for 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and Dijon mustard. Simmer until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Return the chicken to the skillet, tossing it gently to coat in the creamy sauce. Heat through for another 2 minutes.
  8. Before serving, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 750kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 40gFat: 60gSaturated Fat: 30gSodium: 800mgSugar: 2g

Notes

This dish can be served over buttered egg noodles or fluffy white rice. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.

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