Delicious Lemon Butter Chicken Recipe

This lemon butter chicken recipe is a perfect blend of tangy and creamy flavors that will leave your taste buds craving for more. The tender chicken is cooked in a rich, buttery lemon sauce that is sure to impress your family and friends. It's a simple yet elegant dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 6-7 minutes per side.
4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, add garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
6. Add chicken broth, heavy cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the skillet. Bring to a simmer.
7. Stir in butter until melted and sauce is creamy.
8. Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for another 5 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.
9. Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
10. Serve the lemon butter chicken hot with your favorite side dishes.

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