Description
Creamy Lemon Pepper Skillet Chicken is a quick, delightful dish that combines the tangy zest of fresh lemons with a rich and creamy sauce. This one-pan meal features tender chicken cutlets that are perfectly browned and bathed in a savory lemon cream sauce, making it an ideal choice for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. With minimal cleanup required, you can enjoy a gourmet experience without the hassle. Serve it alongside your favorite sides like rice or roasted vegetables for an unforgettable meal that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts (about 2 pounds total)
- Kosher salt
- Coarsely ground pepper
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Shallot
- Garlic
- All-purpose flour
- Low-sodium chicken broth
- Half and half
- Fresh lemon juice
- Lemon pepper seasoning
Instructions
- Pat chicken cutlets dry, season with salt and pepper, and heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Brown the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through (165°F internal temperature), then set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté shallots and garlic until fragrant, then whisk in flour for 2 minutes.
- Gradually add chicken broth, then stir in half and half; bring to a boil and simmer until thickened.
- Mix in lemon juice and lemon pepper seasoning, return chicken to the skillet, garnish with herbs, and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet with sauce (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg