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    Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken Recipe

    Published: Oct 26, 2019 · Modified: Mar 8, 2020 by Anna 49 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken - quick seared chicken with creamy and buttery lemon garlic sauce. Serve with potatoes, rice or pasta for a quick and easy dinner!

    Easy chicken dinners are always a hit here. We enjoy the Chicken Francese and my Garlic and Herb Chicken and Potatoes.

    Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken in a stainless steel skillet.

    Simple and full of flavor is what this Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken is all about. Easy chicken dinners don't have to be boring! If you have two chicken breasts ready to be cooked, pair them with a sauce made with stock and cream. Lemon and garlic make for a perfect flavor combo and turn this dish into a family favorite! This dish is so easy to make, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or weekends and even special occasions. Serve with simple sides like mashed potatoes, rice or pasta to let the chicken shine!

    Ingredients (your shopping list):

    • 2 chicken breasts
    • salt and pepper
    • all-purpose flour
    • olive oil
    • butter
    • garlic
    • shallot
    • lemon
    • chicken stock
    • heavy cream

    Instructions

    • Simply slice the chicken breast in half lengthwise, season each piece with salt and pepper and dredge in flour.
    • Heat up oil in a skillet with one tablespoon of butter. Cook chicken on both sides until nicely browned. Remove onto a plate.
    • Make the creamy sauce in the same pan by adding more oil, garlic and shallot and saute until soft and fragrant. Add lemon zest, lemon juice and chicken stock. Simmer for 2 minutes. Add heavy cream, stir and return chicken to pan. Let everything heat up. Turn the heat off. Add the remaining tablespoon of butter and let melt in the hot sauce.
    • Garnish with chopped parsley and serve. Since the chicken breast pieces are thin, they don’t take much time to cook.
    Overhead shot of three chicken breasts in stainless steel skillet.

    The sauce

    The sauce in this recipe is based on chicken stock and heavy cream. Make sure to scrape every cooked on bit from the bottom of the pan, while adding the stock. That’s where the flavor is. Adding lemon zest along with lemon juice brings out the citrus flavor. For a lighter sauce, you can use half and half or a mixture of milk and cornstarch so it will still thicken to a sauce consistency. For that, use 1 and 1/2 teaspoon of cornstarch and 1/2 cup of milk.

    You can easily make this sauce and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the pan after cooking the chicken.

    Lemon Garlic Chicken on a plate with potatoes and spinach.

    Side dishes

    Since this dish is very flavorful, I serve it with simple side dishes. I want the chicken to shine! Rice, pasta or mashed potatoes or cauliflower work with this dish too!

    • Easy Oven-Roasted Potatoes
    • Mashed Cauliflower
    • Sauteed Spinach
    • Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
    • Roasted Brussels Sprouts

    More easy chicken recipes:

    • Creamy Mushroom Garlic Chicken
    • Lemon Roasted Chicken
    • French Onion Roasted Chicken
    • Baked Honey Mustard Chicken

    For more recipes like this, feel free to browse our Chicken Category.

    If you like this recipe and make it, snap a photo and share it on INSTAGRAM! Tag me @crunchycreamysweet so I can check it out and leave a comment! 😀

    Lemon chicken in a stainless steel skillet.

    Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken

    Author: Anna
    This creamy lemon garlic chicken is a quick seared chicken with creamy and buttery lemon garlic sauce. Serve with potatoes, rice or pasta for a quick and easy dinner!
    4.95 from 19 votes
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    Prep Time 2 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 22 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 357 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 chicken breasts
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour rice flour for gluten-free option
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
    • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
    • 3 garlic cloves minced
    • 1 shallot chopped finely
    • 1/2 lemon juiced
    • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
    • 1/2 cup chicken stock
    • 1/3 cup heavy cream
    • parsley for garnish

    Instructions
     

    • Slice chicken breast in half lengthwise, season each piece with salt and pepper and dredge in flour.
    • Heat up 1 tablespoon of oil in skillet with 1 tablespoon of butter. Cook chicken until golden brown, about 4 to 5 minutes per side. The internal temperature should register 165 degrees F. Remove onto a plate.
    • To the same pan, add more oil. Add minced garlic and shallot and saute until soft and fragrant. Add lemon zest, lemon juice and chicken stock. Scrape the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon so all of the browned bits from cooking chicken are mixed into the sauce. Simmer for 2 minutes. 
    • Add heavy cream, stir and return chicken to pan. Let everything heat up. Turn the heat off. Add remaining tablespoon of butter and let melt in the hot sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.

    Notes

    1. For a lighter sauce, you can use half and half or a mixture of milk and cornstarch so it will still thicken to a sauce consistency. For that, use 1 and 1/2 teaspoon of cornstarch and 1/2 cup of milk.
    2. Please note, that the nutrition value can vary depending on what product you use. The information below is an estimate.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 357kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 474mg | Potassium: 494mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 4.5mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 0.9mg
    Tried this recipe?Leave a comment with rating below!

    This recipe was originally published on February 4th, 2019 and updated on October 26th, 2019.

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    1. Samantha says

      October 19, 2021 at 3:55 pm

      I found this recipe last week and finally had the opportunity to try it tonight. I doubled the sauce and I think the lemon over powered the dish. I know it has the potential to be a wonderful dish so I will definitely be trying it again. Next time I will use half the lemon. I'm glad we tried this, and I look forward to making this again with my own adjustments.

      Reply
    2. Amanda says

      August 29, 2021 at 4:14 pm

      I'm going to try this tonight, but I think I'll double the sauce... also, thinking of adding some grated parm to the flour for dredging... any thoughts on that?

      Reply
      • Anna says

        September 02, 2021 at 9:19 pm

        Adding parmesan to flour is ALWAYS a good idea in my book! I hope you love the dish, Amanda!

        Reply
    3. Blossom Smith says

      July 23, 2021 at 9:43 am

      5 stars
      Easy quick and full of flavor. I used 2 large boneless skinless breasts and cut them in half to make sure they cooked through without drying out. I don't think I used the full amount of seasonings but just seasoned generously during cooking. Everyone enjoyed this simple easy and delicious chicken!

      Reply
    4. Sarah says

      January 21, 2021 at 1:38 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you Anna for this recipe and instructions! I made it last night and it was bursting with flavor! Loved by ages 11-41 at the table. I was so good I am eating leftovers for lunch today! This will be on the dinner rotation going forward.

      Reply
      • Anna says

        February 05, 2021 at 10:49 pm

        That makes me so happy, Sarah! Thank you so much for giving my recipe a try!

        Reply
    5. Jolane says

      November 21, 2020 at 11:22 pm

      5 stars
      I made this recipe last night and my husband and I both loved it. I will definitely make it again. Thank you

      Reply
    6. Sam says

      August 24, 2020 at 10:34 pm

      5 stars
      I served this over penne and broccoli and with every bite my toddler said, "Mmmm,good!" Great recipe!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        August 31, 2020 at 9:58 pm

        Sounds perfect! Thank you, Sam!

        Reply
    7. jerri ororke says

      May 28, 2020 at 9:19 pm

      My husband likes thighs. Can I use that instead?

      Reply
      • Anna says

        May 29, 2020 at 2:35 pm

        Hi Jerri! Yes, chicken thighs will work just fine too! I hope you guys enjoy this dish!

        Reply
    8. Holly says

      May 20, 2020 at 11:47 pm

      5 stars
      (posting again to give this the 5 stars it deserves!)

      Reply
      • Anna says

        May 20, 2020 at 11:51 pm

        Thank you so much, Holly!

        Reply
    9. Holly says

      May 20, 2020 at 9:45 pm

      We LOVED this! Definitely going to double the recipe next time. I used chicken tenderloin instead of breast. Served it over white rice with grilled asparagus. The shallot, garlic, lemon juice and zest absolutely make this dish extra delicious! Thank you for the easy-to-follow recipe. 🙂

      Reply
      • Anna says

        May 20, 2020 at 11:52 pm

        Thank you, Holly! I love that you served it with rice and asparagus! Perfect! Thank you for trying my recipe! I am so glad it was a hit.

        Reply
    10. Alexis says

      January 10, 2020 at 7:52 pm

      Before cooking the chicken, can you marinate the chicken in the sauce?

      Reply
    11. Jim mckee says

      November 04, 2019 at 3:56 pm

      5 stars
      I discovered this recipe last week and I made it three times since. I think that says it all and I followed the recipe to the letter which is not typical for me. Expensive quick and easy you can't beat that.

      Reply
      • Anna says

        November 05, 2019 at 12:16 am

        Hi Jim! Wow! That's wonderful! I am so glad the chicken was a hit. Thank you for trying my recipe and for the comment!

        Reply
    12. Jessica says

      October 10, 2019 at 5:00 pm

      4 stars
      Made this but doubled the sauce, served over orzo & sautéed zucchini & broccoli. My picky kids loved it! Everyone loved it, this ones a keeper!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        October 10, 2019 at 5:23 pm

        Hi Jessica! That's wonderful! I am so glad the chicken was a hit! Especially with the little ones. Thank you so much for trying my recipe!

        Reply
      • Victoria Wolfkkopf says

        July 28, 2021 at 7:29 pm

        Yet only 4 stars?

        Reply
    13. Cristina says

      September 25, 2019 at 9:25 pm

      5 stars
      Yummy and easy!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        September 25, 2019 at 11:03 pm

        Thank you, Cristina!

        Reply
    14. Becca says

      July 23, 2019 at 1:19 pm

      I made this over the weekend, but my sauce broke down (got oily) when I put into the oven to bake. What did I do wrong? Loved the flavors!! Will definitely make again... hopefully after someone can help me figure out how to fix my sauce.

      Reply
      • Joni Yankus says

        August 17, 2019 at 10:34 pm

        I believe it’s because it got too hot.

        Reply
      • Karen says

        October 30, 2019 at 5:19 pm

        No oven required

        Reply
    15. Erin says

      February 08, 2019 at 6:22 pm

      I need to try this immediately, it looks so good!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        February 10, 2019 at 1:00 am

        Thanks, Erin!

        Reply
    16. Krista says

      February 08, 2019 at 12:11 pm

      5 stars
      I love the flavors you have in this chicken!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        February 10, 2019 at 1:01 am

        Thanks, Krista!

        Reply
    17. Allyson Zea says

      February 08, 2019 at 11:12 am

      5 stars
      I am going to use this lemon sauce on my rice and veggies- looks AMAZING!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        February 10, 2019 at 1:01 am

        Sounds perfect, Allyson!

        Reply
    18. Melanie Bauer says

      February 07, 2019 at 9:03 pm

      5 stars
      This is sensational! Love this specially when we need something quick and easy, so tasty and crazy delicious!

      Reply
    19. Jacque Hastert says

      February 07, 2019 at 3:10 pm

      5 stars
      The combination of lemon and garlic is one of my favorites! The creamy sauce sounds like a delicious addition to this dish.

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        February 10, 2019 at 12:58 am

        Thank you, Jacque!

        Reply
    20. Abeer says

      February 07, 2019 at 11:31 am

      5 stars
      Lemon and garlic are so great together! This chicken looks fantastic!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        February 10, 2019 at 12:58 am

        Thanks, Abeer!

        Reply
    21. Lyn says

      February 07, 2019 at 10:05 am

      5 stars
      Love the sauce in this recipe! So creamy and delicious!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        February 10, 2019 at 12:58 am

        Me too! It's full of flavor! 😀

        Reply
    22. Cathy CAOUETTE says

      February 05, 2019 at 6:23 am

      how would this be using fish fillets?

      Reply
    23. Sabrina says

      February 04, 2019 at 4:05 pm

      5 stars
      My whole family loved this! Everyone was dipping their bread in the sauce and cleaning their plates.

      Reply
    24. Becky Hardin says

      February 04, 2019 at 12:50 pm

      5 stars
      Love this! Creamy Lemon Chicken sounds so good. Can’t wait to try.

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        February 05, 2019 at 1:24 am

        Thanks, Becky!

        Reply
    25. Susan says

      February 04, 2019 at 12:26 pm

      5 stars
      Made this for dinner last night- loved it!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        February 05, 2019 at 1:25 am

        That's awesome, Susan! Thank you!

        Reply
    26. Toni says

      February 04, 2019 at 11:22 am

      5 stars
      This was a huge hit for dinner! So good!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        February 05, 2019 at 1:25 am

        I am so glad! Thank you, Toni!

        Reply
    27. Steph says

      February 04, 2019 at 10:30 am

      5 stars
      I love garlic chicken! Thanks for the tip on adding a little cornstarch to thicken up the sauce!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        February 05, 2019 at 1:25 am

        I am so glad it is helpful! Thank you, Steph!

        Reply

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