Description
A velvety, citrus-infused chicken dish that balances rich heavy cream with bright, fresh lemon zest and garlic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 lemons (juiced and zested)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown; remove and let rest.
- In the same pan, sauté minced garlic for about 60 seconds.
- Stir in lemon juice and simmer for 2 minutes to reduce.
- Pour in heavy cream and lemon zest, simmering for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
- Return chicken and juices to the pan, simmering for 2-3 minutes to finish.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: American-European