Creamy Lemon Pepper Skillet Chicken
Creamy Lemon Pepper Skillet Chicken is a delightful one-pan dish that brings together perfectly seared chicken breasts and a rich, zesty cream sauce infused with garlic and fresh lemon. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, delivering a burst of flavor with every bite. With its easy preparation and vibrant flavors, you’ll find yourself returning to this crowd-pleaser time and again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your countertop. Mince garlic and zest the lemon.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Season chicken breasts with salt and lemon pepper seasoning, then sear each side for 6-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest until well combined.
- Return the chicken to the skillet; simmer for an additional 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve with rice or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 150mg