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Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken
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Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken

40 minServes 4Nutri-Score C€€
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Ingredients

4 people
  • chicken breast (thinly cut)Meat4 pieces
  • lemon pepper seasoningSpices8 g
  • garlic powderSpices4 g
  • onion powderSpices4 g
  • smoked paprikaSpices4 g
  • butter (divided)Dairy85 g
  • oilPantry15 ml
  • garlic (minced)Produce6 pieces
  • flourPantry30 g
  • chicken brothPantry480 ml
  • heavy creamDairy240 ml
  • Parmesan (freshly grated)Dairy25 g
  • lemon (juiced, plus slices for topping)Produce1 piece
  • fresh parsley (chopped)Produce10 g

per serving

Nutrition

445kcal

Carbs
11 g
Proteins
33 g
Fat
30 g
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Tools

  • Frying pan

step by step

Method

  1. Season the chicken

    • Season the thinly cut chicken breasts with lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder and smoked paprika.
    Step 1
  2. Sear the chicken

    • Heat butter and oil in a skillet over medium heat.
    • Cook the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes per side; it does not need to be cooked through yet.
    • Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
    Step 2
  3. Make the creamy sauce

    • Add butter to the pan along with the garlic.
    • Stir in the flour and more seasoning.
    • Slowly stir in the chicken broth and heavy cream.
    • Stir over low heat until it thickens.
    Step 3
  4. Finish the sauce

    • Add the freshly grated Parmesan and the lemon juice.
    • Mix well.
    Step 4
  5. Simmer the chicken

    • Place the chicken back in the pan.
    • Put a lemon slice on top of each piece of chicken.
    • Cover and simmer on low.
    Step 5
  6. Garnish and serve

    • Garnish with fresh parsley when done.
    Step 6