Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of this Italian Lemon Butter Chicken recipe. With tender chicken smothered in a creamy lemon butter sauce, this dish is bursting with tangy and zesty flavors that will leave your taste buds wanting more.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then coat in flour.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and cook chicken until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- Bring to a simmer and add chicken back to the skillet. Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in butter until melted and sauce thickens. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
