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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412","crawl_time":1775641015,"first_indexed_time":1544393815,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,thekitchn!www,\/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412 s443","src_root_hash":"1151582128824893550","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Lemon Garlic Chicken Recipe (Easy and Creamy) | The Kitchn","meta_descriptions":["Try this easy weeknight-friendly recipe for chicken breasts cooked in a creamy lemon garlic sauce."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Recipes\nWhat To Make With\nChicken\nSheela Prakash\nSenior Contributing Food Editor\nSheela Prakash\nSenior Contributing Food Editor\nSheela is the Senior Contributing Food Editor at Kitchn and the author of Mediterranean Every Day: Simple, Inspired Recipes for Feel-Good Food. She received her master's degree from the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Italy and is also a Registered Dietitian.\nFollow\nupdated\nAug 1, 2023\nAn easy weeknight-friendly recipe for chicken breasts cooked in a creamy lemon garlic sauce.\nServes\n4\nPrep\n5 minutes\nCook\n18 minutes to 21 minutes\nCook Mode+\nSave this to your Recipe Box — so everything you want to cook is in one place!\nWe\nindependently\nselect these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing.\nBefore I dive into how obsessed I am with this recipe, I have a quick PSA: When you’re shopping for the ingredients, go ahead and grab some\nrice\nor\ncrusty bread\n. There’s a whole lot of velvety sauce going on here, and trust me when I say you’ll want to mop up every last drop.\nThis rich and creamy\nskillet dinner\nis just the kind of thing I want to eat on cold winter nights. The\nchicken breasts\nsimmer in a pan of lemon garlic goodness, and taste like they were made at your favorite neighborhood Italian restaurant. Because the recipe comes together so quickly — less than 30 minutes — you can turn to it over and over again, no matter how busy life gets.\nA Saucy Chicken Dinner in Minutes\nThis recipe basically makes itself, leaving you time to pull together an easy side. Since there’s lots of sauce that deserves to be soaked up, we love serving the chicken over\nrice\n,\norzo\n, or\nmashed potatoes\n, or with a side of crusty bread. A simple leafy greens\nsalad\nor steamed\ngreen beans\nare also nice additions to round out the meal.\nI’ve given you two options for richness here. If you prefer your dinner on the lighter side, opt for milk instead of\nhalf-and-half\n. 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Working in batches if needed, add the chicken and sear until deeply browned on the bottom, 6 to 7 minutes. Flip with tongs and sear the other side until browned, 6 to 7 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate; set aside.\nReduce the heat to medium and add the butter. When melted, add the shallot, garlic, 1\/2 teaspoon salt, and 1\/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until just starting to soften, about 1 minute. Add the flour, stir to evenly coat the shallots and garlic, and cook for 1 minute more.\nStir in the half-and-half or milk and broth until no lumps from the flour remain, making sure to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer. Return the chicken to the pan and simmer until the sauce is thickened enough that it coats the back of a spoon and the chicken is cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir the lemon juice into the sauce. 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She received her master's degree from the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Italy and is also a Registered Dietitian.\n\nFollow\n\nupdated Aug 1, 2023\n\n[(15)](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412#comments-264412)\n\n[Read reviews\\!](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412#comments-264412)\n\n![Chicken breast, cooked in creamy lemon garlic sauce, in a cast iron skillet](data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)\n\nCredit: [Joe Lingeman](https:\/\/www.apartmenttherapy.com\/authors\/joe)\n\nAn easy weeknight-friendly recipe for chicken breasts cooked in a creamy lemon garlic sauce.\n\n[Serves4Prep5 minutesCook18 minutes to 21 minutes](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412#post-recipe-13196)\n\nCook Mode+\n\nSave\n\nSave this to your Recipe Box — so everything you want to cook is in one place\\!\n\nSend to Me\n\nPrint\n\nShare\n\n[Jump to Recipe](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412#post-recipe-13196)\n\nWe [independently](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/about\/the-kitchn-commerce-guidelines) select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing.\n\n![Chicken breast, cooked in creamy lemon garlic sauce, in a cast iron skillet](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_center,w_730,h_913\/at%2Farchive%2F6c6cebd013fd68fe8699157859b61918353479d4)\n\nCredit: [Joe Lingeman](https:\/\/www.apartmenttherapy.com\/authors\/joe)\n\nBefore I dive into how obsessed I am with this recipe, I have a quick PSA: When you’re shopping for the ingredients, go ahead and grab some [rice](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/how-to-cook-rice-on-the-stove-44333) or [crusty bread](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/how-to-make-sourdough-bread-224367). There’s a whole lot of velvety sauce going on here, and trust me when I say you’ll want to mop up every last drop.\n\nThis rich and creamy [skillet dinner](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/simple-skillet-dinners-259347) is just the kind of thing I want to eat on cold winter nights. The [chicken breasts](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/how-to-cook-golden-juicy-chicken-breast-on-the-stove-248171) simmer in a pan of lemon garlic goodness, and taste like they were made at your favorite neighborhood Italian restaurant. Because the recipe comes together so quickly — less than 30 minutes — you can turn to it over and over again, no matter how busy life gets.\n\nX\n\n## A Saucy Chicken Dinner in Minutes\nThis recipe basically makes itself, leaving you time to pull together an easy side. Since there’s lots of sauce that deserves to be soaked up, we love serving the chicken over [rice](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/how-to-cook-rice-on-the-stove-44333), [orzo](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/easy-orzo-recipes-23018475), or [mashed potatoes](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/how-to-make-mashed-potatoes-for-a-crowd-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-180434), or with a side of crusty bread. A simple leafy greens [salad](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/salad-recipes-23059497) or steamed [green beans](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/how-to-cook-green-beans-234738) are also nice additions to round out the meal.\n\nI’ve given you two options for richness here. If you prefer your dinner on the lighter side, opt for milk instead of [half-and-half](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/whats-the-difference-between-half-and-half-light-cream-whipping-cream-and-heavy-cream-73203). If you’re down to make this [chicken](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/best-chicken-recipes-261543) dinner a bit more luxe and special, go ahead and reach for that half-and-half.\n\n[Comments](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412#comments-264412)\n\n[(15)](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412#comments-264412)\n\n[Read reviews\\!](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412#comments-264412)\n\n## Lemon Garlic Chicken\nAn easy weeknight-friendly recipe for chicken breasts cooked in a creamy lemon garlic sauce.\n\nPrep time 5 minutes\n\nCook time 18 minutes to 21 minutes\n\nServes 4\n\n#### Nutritional Info\nView\n\n- tree-nut-free\n- egg-free\n- alcohol-free\n- soy-free\n- sulphite-free\n- shellfish-free\n- red-meat-free\n- fish-free\n- sugar-conscious\n- low-carb\n- peanut-free\n- pork-free\n\nPer serving, based on 4 servings. (% daily value)\n\n- Calories 550\n- Fat 26\\.4 g (40.6%)\n- Saturated 11\\.7 g (58.5%)\n- Carbs 10\\.8 g (3.6%)\n- Fiber 1\\.2 g (4.7%)\n- Sugars 3\\.9 g\n- Protein 64\\.9 g (129.9%)\n- Sodium 408\\.3 mg (17.0%)\n\n[![Powered by Edamam](https:\/\/developer.edamam.com\/images\/badge.png)](https:\/\/www.edamam.com\/ \"Powered by Edamam\")\n\n### Ingredients\n- 4\n  boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds total), pounded to 1\/2-inch thickness\n- 1\/2\n  teaspoon\n  \n  kosher salt, plus more for seasoning\n- 1\/4\n  teaspoon\n  \n  freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning\n- 1\n  tablespoon\n  \n  olive oil\n- 3\n  tablespoons\n  \n  unsalted butter\n- 1\n  small shallot, finely chopped\n- 4\n  cloves\n  \n  garlic, minced\n- 2\n  tablespoons\n  \n  all-purpose flour\n- 1\n  cup\n  \n  half-and-half or whole milk\n- 1\/2\n  cup\n  \n  low-sodium chicken broth\n- Juice of 1 medium lemon (about 3 tablespoons)\n- 2\n  tablespoons\n  \n  chopped fresh parsley leaves\n- 1\n  small lemon, thinly sliced\n\n[Shop Recipe](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412)\n\n### Instructions\n1. Thoroughly dry the chicken with paper towels. Generously season all over with salt and pepper.\n2. Heat the oil in a 10-inch or larger skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Working in batches if needed, add the chicken and sear until deeply browned on the bottom, 6 to 7 minutes. Flip with tongs and sear the other side until browned, 6 to 7 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate; set aside.\n3. Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. When melted, add the shallot, garlic, 1\/2 teaspoon salt, and 1\/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until just starting to soften, about 1 minute. Add the flour, stir to evenly coat the shallots and garlic, and cook for 1 minute more.\n4. Stir in the half-and-half or milk and broth until no lumps from the flour remain, making sure to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer. Return the chicken to the pan and simmer until the sauce is thickened enough that it coats the back of a spoon and the chicken is cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir the lemon juice into the sauce. Garnish with the parsley and lemon slices and serve immediately.\n\n### Recipe Notes\n**Storage**: Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.\n\nReviews (15)\n\nFiled in:\n\n[Recipes](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/recipes)\n\n[recipe](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/collection\/recipe)\n\n[butter](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/collection\/butter)\n\n[chicken](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/collection\/chicken)\n\n[children](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/collection\/children)\n\n## More to Love from The Kitchn\n![Loading...](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/static\/icons\/animated-squiggle.svg)\n\n[The wordmark and logotype for the Kitchn brand.](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/)\n\nMore From Us\n\n- [Our Team](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/team)\n- [About Us](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/about\/about-us)\n- [Contact](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/about\/contact)\n- [Site Map](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/sitemap)\n\nFollow along\n\nGET ON THE LIST\n\nOur daily email is filled with delicious recipes, trusted cooking tips, must-have groceries, and so much more.\n\n[The logomark and logotype for the Apartment Therapy brand.](https:\/\/www.apartmenttherapy.com\/)\n\n[The logomark and logotype for the Kitchn brand.](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/)\n\n[The logomark and logotype for the Cubby brand.](https:\/\/www.cubbyathome.com\/)\n\n[The logomark for the Dorm Therapy brand.](https:\/\/www.dormtherapy.com\/)\n\nAT Media's Family of Brands\n\n[Logo for the corporate Apartment Therapy Media brand.](https:\/\/www.apartmenttherapymedia.com\/)\n\n- [About AT Media](https:\/\/www.apartmenttherapymedia.com\/about-us\/our-story)\n- [Jobs](https:\/\/www.apartmenttherapymedia.com\/jobs\/)\n- [Partner with Us](https:\/\/www.apartmenttherapymedia.com\/partner-with-us\/homemade-studios)\n\n© 2026 Apartment Therapy, LLC \/ [Terms of Use](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/about\/terms)[Privacy Policy](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/about\/privacy-policy)[EU and US State Data Subject Requests](https:\/\/privacyportal.onetrust.com\/webform\/aca0e9e8-93f2-47a5-ba3f-00029564ca26\/2828b2f1-a01b-4c03-b487-2e8d4ffd63f3)[Manage Preferences](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412)","attrs_readable_markdown":"- [Recipes](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/recipes)\n- [What To Make With](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/collection\/ingredient)\n- [Chicken](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/collection\/chicken)\n\n![Sheela Prakash](data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)\n\n[Sheela PrakashSenior Contributing Food Editor](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/authors\/sheela-prakash)\n\n[Sheela Prakash](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/authors\/sheela-prakash)Senior Contributing Food Editor\n\nSheela is the Senior Contributing Food Editor at Kitchn and the author of Mediterranean Every Day: Simple, Inspired Recipes for Feel-Good Food. She received her master's degree from the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Italy and is also a Registered Dietitian.\n\nFollow\n\nupdated Aug 1, 2023\n\n![Chicken breast, cooked in creamy lemon garlic sauce, in a cast iron skillet](data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)\n\nAn easy weeknight-friendly recipe for chicken breasts cooked in a creamy lemon garlic sauce.\n\n[Serves4Prep5 minutesCook18 minutes to 21 minutes](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412#post-recipe-13196)\n\nCook Mode+\n\nSave this to your Recipe Box — so everything you want to cook is in one place\\!\n\nWe [independently](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/about\/the-kitchn-commerce-guidelines) select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing.\n\n![Chicken breast, cooked in creamy lemon garlic sauce, in a cast iron skillet](https:\/\/cdn.apartmenttherapy.info\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_center,w_730,h_913\/at%2Farchive%2F6c6cebd013fd68fe8699157859b61918353479d4)\n\nBefore I dive into how obsessed I am with this recipe, I have a quick PSA: When you’re shopping for the ingredients, go ahead and grab some [rice](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/how-to-cook-rice-on-the-stove-44333) or [crusty bread](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/how-to-make-sourdough-bread-224367). There’s a whole lot of velvety sauce going on here, and trust me when I say you’ll want to mop up every last drop.\n\nThis rich and creamy [skillet dinner](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/simple-skillet-dinners-259347) is just the kind of thing I want to eat on cold winter nights. The [chicken breasts](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/how-to-cook-golden-juicy-chicken-breast-on-the-stove-248171) simmer in a pan of lemon garlic goodness, and taste like they were made at your favorite neighborhood Italian restaurant. Because the recipe comes together so quickly — less than 30 minutes — you can turn to it over and over again, no matter how busy life gets.\n\nA Saucy Chicken Dinner in Minutes\n\nThis recipe basically makes itself, leaving you time to pull together an easy side. Since there’s lots of sauce that deserves to be soaked up, we love serving the chicken over [rice](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/how-to-cook-rice-on-the-stove-44333), [orzo](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/easy-orzo-recipes-23018475), or [mashed potatoes](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/how-to-make-mashed-potatoes-for-a-crowd-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-180434), or with a side of crusty bread. A simple leafy greens [salad](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/salad-recipes-23059497) or steamed [green beans](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/how-to-cook-green-beans-234738) are also nice additions to round out the meal.\n\nI’ve given you two options for richness here. If you prefer your dinner on the lighter side, opt for milk instead of [half-and-half](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/whats-the-difference-between-half-and-half-light-cream-whipping-cream-and-heavy-cream-73203). If you’re down to make this [chicken](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/best-chicken-recipes-261543) dinner a bit more luxe and special, go ahead and reach for that half-and-half.\n\nAn easy weeknight-friendly recipe for chicken breasts cooked in a creamy lemon garlic sauce.\n\n### Ingredients\n- 4\n  boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds total), pounded to 1\/2-inch thickness\n- 1\/2\n  teaspoon\n  \n  kosher salt, plus more for seasoning\n- 1\/4\n  teaspoon\n  \n  freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning\n- 1\n  tablespoon\n  \n  olive oil\n- 3\n  tablespoons\n  \n  unsalted butter\n- 1\n  small shallot, finely chopped\n- 4\n  cloves\n  \n  garlic, minced\n- 2\n  tablespoons\n  \n  all-purpose flour\n- 1\n  cup\n  \n  half-and-half or whole milk\n- 1\/2\n  cup\n  \n  low-sodium chicken broth\n- Juice of 1 medium lemon (about 3 tablespoons)\n- 2\n  tablespoons\n  \n  chopped fresh parsley leaves\n- 1\n  small lemon, thinly sliced\n\n1. 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Boilerpipe Text	Recipes What To Make With Chicken Sheela Prakash Senior Contributing Food Editor Sheela Prakash Senior Contributing Food Editor Sheela is the Senior Contributing Food Editor at Kitchn and the author of Mediterranean Every Day: Simple, Inspired Recipes for Feel-Good Food. She received her master's degree from the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Italy and is also a Registered Dietitian. Follow updated Aug 1, 2023 An easy weeknight-friendly recipe for chicken breasts cooked in a creamy lemon garlic sauce. Serves 4 Prep 5 minutes Cook 18 minutes to 21 minutes Cook Mode+ Save this to your Recipe Box — so everything you want to cook is in one place! We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Before I dive into how obsessed I am with this recipe, I have a quick PSA: When you’re shopping for the ingredients, go ahead and grab some rice or crusty bread . There’s a whole lot of velvety sauce going on here, and trust me when I say you’ll want to mop up every last drop. This rich and creamy skillet dinner is just the kind of thing I want to eat on cold winter nights. The chicken breasts simmer in a pan of lemon garlic goodness, and taste like they were made at your favorite neighborhood Italian restaurant. Because the recipe comes together so quickly — less than 30 minutes — you can turn to it over and over again, no matter how busy life gets. A Saucy Chicken Dinner in Minutes This recipe basically makes itself, leaving you time to pull together an easy side. Since there’s lots of sauce that deserves to be soaked up, we love serving the chicken over rice , orzo , or mashed potatoes , or with a side of crusty bread. A simple leafy greens salad or steamed green beans are also nice additions to round out the meal. I’ve given you two options for richness here. If you prefer your dinner on the lighter side, opt for milk instead of half-and-half . If you’re down to make this chicken dinner a bit more luxe and special, go ahead and reach for that half-and-half. An easy weeknight-friendly recipe for chicken breasts cooked in a creamy lemon garlic sauce. Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds total), pounded to 1/2-inch thickness 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 small shallot, finely chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup half-and-half or whole milk 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth Juice of 1 medium lemon (about 3 tablespoons) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves 1 small lemon, thinly sliced Thoroughly dry the chicken with paper towels. Generously season all over with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a 10-inch or larger skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Working in batches if needed, add the chicken and sear until deeply browned on the bottom, 6 to 7 minutes. Flip with tongs and sear the other side until browned, 6 to 7 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate; set aside. Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. When melted, add the shallot, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until just starting to soften, about 1 minute. Add the flour, stir to evenly coat the shallots and garlic, and cook for 1 minute more. Stir in the half-and-half or milk and broth until no lumps from the flour remain, making sure to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer. Return the chicken to the pan and simmer until the sauce is thickened enough that it coats the back of a spoon and the chicken is cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir the lemon juice into the sauce. Garnish with the parsley and lemon slices and serve immediately. Recipe Notes Storage : Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Filed in: More to Love from The Kitchn
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She received her master's degree from the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Italy and is also a Registered Dietitian. Follow updated Aug 1, 2023 [(15)](https://www.thekitchn.com/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412#comments-264412) [Read reviews\!](https://www.thekitchn.com/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412#comments-264412) ![Chicken breast, cooked in creamy lemon garlic sauce, in a cast iron skillet](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) Credit: [Joe Lingeman](https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/authors/joe) An easy weeknight-friendly recipe for chicken breasts cooked in a creamy lemon garlic sauce. [Serves4Prep5 minutesCook18 minutes to 21 minutes](https://www.thekitchn.com/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412#post-recipe-13196) Cook Mode+ Save Save this to your Recipe Box — so everything you want to cook is in one place\! Send to Me Print Share [Jump to Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412#post-recipe-13196) We [independently](https://www.thekitchn.com/about/the-kitchn-commerce-guidelines) select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. ![Chicken breast, cooked in creamy lemon garlic sauce, in a cast iron skillet](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_center,w_730,h_913/at%2Farchive%2F6c6cebd013fd68fe8699157859b61918353479d4) Credit: [Joe Lingeman](https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/authors/joe) Before I dive into how obsessed I am with this recipe, I have a quick PSA: When you’re shopping for the ingredients, go ahead and grab some [rice](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-rice-on-the-stove-44333) or [crusty bread](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-sourdough-bread-224367). There’s a whole lot of velvety sauce going on here, and trust me when I say you’ll want to mop up every last drop. This rich and creamy [skillet dinner](https://www.thekitchn.com/simple-skillet-dinners-259347) is just the kind of thing I want to eat on cold winter nights. The [chicken breasts](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-golden-juicy-chicken-breast-on-the-stove-248171) simmer in a pan of lemon garlic goodness, and taste like they were made at your favorite neighborhood Italian restaurant. Because the recipe comes together so quickly — less than 30 minutes — you can turn to it over and over again, no matter how busy life gets. X ## A Saucy Chicken Dinner in Minutes This recipe basically makes itself, leaving you time to pull together an easy side. Since there’s lots of sauce that deserves to be soaked up, we love serving the chicken over [rice](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-rice-on-the-stove-44333), [orzo](https://www.thekitchn.com/easy-orzo-recipes-23018475), or [mashed potatoes](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-mashed-potatoes-for-a-crowd-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-180434), or with a side of crusty bread. A simple leafy greens [salad](https://www.thekitchn.com/salad-recipes-23059497) or steamed [green beans](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-green-beans-234738) are also nice additions to round out the meal. I’ve given you two options for richness here. If you prefer your dinner on the lighter side, opt for milk instead of [half-and-half](https://www.thekitchn.com/whats-the-difference-between-half-and-half-light-cream-whipping-cream-and-heavy-cream-73203). If you’re down to make this [chicken](https://www.thekitchn.com/best-chicken-recipes-261543) dinner a bit more luxe and special, go ahead and reach for that half-and-half. [Comments](https://www.thekitchn.com/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412#comments-264412) [(15)](https://www.thekitchn.com/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412#comments-264412) [Read reviews\!](https://www.thekitchn.com/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412#comments-264412) ## Lemon Garlic Chicken An easy weeknight-friendly recipe for chicken breasts cooked in a creamy lemon garlic sauce. Prep time 5 minutes Cook time 18 minutes to 21 minutes Serves 4 #### Nutritional Info View - tree-nut-free - egg-free - alcohol-free - soy-free - sulphite-free - shellfish-free - red-meat-free - fish-free - sugar-conscious - low-carb - peanut-free - pork-free Per serving, based on 4 servings. (% daily value) - Calories 550 - Fat 26\.4 g (40.6%) - Saturated 11\.7 g (58.5%) - Carbs 10\.8 g (3.6%) - Fiber 1\.2 g (4.7%) - Sugars 3\.9 g - Protein 64\.9 g (129.9%) - Sodium 408\.3 mg (17.0%) [![Powered by Edamam](https://developer.edamam.com/images/badge.png)](https://www.edamam.com/ "Powered by Edamam") ### Ingredients - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds total), pounded to 1/2-inch thickness - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning - 1 tablespoon olive oil - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter - 1 small shallot, finely chopped - 4 cloves garlic, minced - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour - 1 cup half-and-half or whole milk - 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth - Juice of 1 medium lemon (about 3 tablespoons) - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves - 1 small lemon, thinly sliced [Shop Recipe](https://www.thekitchn.com/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412) ### Instructions 1. Thoroughly dry the chicken with paper towels. Generously season all over with salt and pepper. 2. Heat the oil in a 10-inch or larger skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Working in batches if needed, add the chicken and sear until deeply browned on the bottom, 6 to 7 minutes. Flip with tongs and sear the other side until browned, 6 to 7 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate; set aside. 3. Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. When melted, add the shallot, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until just starting to soften, about 1 minute. Add the flour, stir to evenly coat the shallots and garlic, and cook for 1 minute more. 4. Stir in the half-and-half or milk and broth until no lumps from the flour remain, making sure to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer. Return the chicken to the pan and simmer until the sauce is thickened enough that it coats the back of a spoon and the chicken is cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir the lemon juice into the sauce. Garnish with the parsley and lemon slices and serve immediately. ### Recipe Notes Storage: Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. 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Follow updated Aug 1, 2023 ![Chicken breast, cooked in creamy lemon garlic sauce, in a cast iron skillet](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) An easy weeknight-friendly recipe for chicken breasts cooked in a creamy lemon garlic sauce. [Serves4Prep5 minutesCook18 minutes to 21 minutes](https://www.thekitchn.com/lemon-garlic-chicken-264412#post-recipe-13196) Cook Mode+ Save this to your Recipe Box — so everything you want to cook is in one place\! We [independently](https://www.thekitchn.com/about/the-kitchn-commerce-guidelines) select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. ![Chicken breast, cooked in creamy lemon garlic sauce, in a cast iron skillet](https://cdn.apartmenttherapy.info/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_center,w_730,h_913/at%2Farchive%2F6c6cebd013fd68fe8699157859b61918353479d4) Before I dive into how obsessed I am with this recipe, I have a quick PSA: When you’re shopping for the ingredients, go ahead and grab some [rice](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-rice-on-the-stove-44333) or [crusty bread](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-sourdough-bread-224367). There’s a whole lot of velvety sauce going on here, and trust me when I say you’ll want to mop up every last drop. This rich and creamy [skillet dinner](https://www.thekitchn.com/simple-skillet-dinners-259347) is just the kind of thing I want to eat on cold winter nights. The [chicken breasts](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-golden-juicy-chicken-breast-on-the-stove-248171) simmer in a pan of lemon garlic goodness, and taste like they were made at your favorite neighborhood Italian restaurant. Because the recipe comes together so quickly — less than 30 minutes — you can turn to it over and over again, no matter how busy life gets. A Saucy Chicken Dinner in Minutes This recipe basically makes itself, leaving you time to pull together an easy side. Since there’s lots of sauce that deserves to be soaked up, we love serving the chicken over [rice](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-rice-on-the-stove-44333), [orzo](https://www.thekitchn.com/easy-orzo-recipes-23018475), or [mashed potatoes](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-mashed-potatoes-for-a-crowd-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-180434), or with a side of crusty bread. A simple leafy greens [salad](https://www.thekitchn.com/salad-recipes-23059497) or steamed [green beans](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-green-beans-234738) are also nice additions to round out the meal. I’ve given you two options for richness here. If you prefer your dinner on the lighter side, opt for milk instead of [half-and-half](https://www.thekitchn.com/whats-the-difference-between-half-and-half-light-cream-whipping-cream-and-heavy-cream-73203). If you’re down to make this [chicken](https://www.thekitchn.com/best-chicken-recipes-261543) dinner a bit more luxe and special, go ahead and reach for that half-and-half. An easy weeknight-friendly recipe for chicken breasts cooked in a creamy lemon garlic sauce. ### Ingredients - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds total), pounded to 1/2-inch thickness - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning - 1 tablespoon olive oil - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter - 1 small shallot, finely chopped - 4 cloves garlic, minced - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour - 1 cup half-and-half or whole milk - 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth - Juice of 1 medium lemon (about 3 tablespoons) - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves - 1 small lemon, thinly sliced 1. Thoroughly dry the chicken with paper towels. Generously season all over with salt and pepper. 2. Heat the oil in a 10-inch or larger skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Working in batches if needed, add the chicken and sear until deeply browned on the bottom, 6 to 7 minutes. Flip with tongs and sear the other side until browned, 6 to 7 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate; set aside. 3. Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. When melted, add the shallot, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until just starting to soften, about 1 minute. Add the flour, stir to evenly coat the shallots and garlic, and cook for 1 minute more. 4. Stir in the half-and-half or milk and broth until no lumps from the flour remain, making sure to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer. Return the chicken to the pan and simmer until the sauce is thickened enough that it coats the back of a spoon and the chicken is cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir the lemon juice into the sauce. Garnish with the parsley and lemon slices and serve immediately. ### Recipe Notes Storage: Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. 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