Creamy chicken tenders in a tangy lemon mushroom sauce

This recipe for chicken tenders in lemon mushroom cream sauce is a succulent and flavorful dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. The tender chicken is cooked in a creamy sauce infused with the zesty flavors of lemon and earthy mushrooms.

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken tenders
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 lemon, juiced and zested
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp butter
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat
2. Add chicken tenders and cook until golden brown on both sides
3. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside
4. In the same skillet, add mushrooms and garlic, sauté until mushrooms are browned
5. Deglaze the skillet with lemon juice and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom
6. Stir in heavy cream and lemon zest, let simmer for a few minutes until thickened
7. Return chicken to skillet and simmer for another 5-10 minutes until chicken is cooked through
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste
9. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving

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