Creamy Lemon Chicken Delight: An Easy Comfort Dish for All
A delicious and easy recipe for creamy lemon chicken that brings comfort and joy to your dining table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 lemons, juiced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet.
- Cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in chicken broth, lemon juice, and heavy cream.
- Simmer for 15 minutes until the sauce thickens and chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice for 1 hour before cooking.
- Serve with rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Lemon Chicken