Description
Zesty chicken limone brings Mediterranean sunshine to your plate, blending tangy lemon with tender chicken. Crisp herbs and golden pan-seared chicken create a quick, elegant meal you’ll savor with pure Italian-inspired delight.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
Coating and Seasoning:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon slices (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by generously seasoning both sides with salt and pepper, then lightly coat each piece in flour, ensuring excess is shaken off for a crisp exterior.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then carefully place chicken breasts into the pan, cooking 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a separate plate, keeping warm while maintaining the skillet’s flavorful fond.
- Reduce heat and add minced garlic to the same skillet, sautéing quickly until fragrant without browning, approximately 30-45 seconds.
- Pour chicken broth into the skillet, using a wooden spoon to deglaze and release all caramelized bits from the bottom, allowing liquid to simmer and reduce slightly.
- Incorporate heavy cream, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and Italian seasoning, stirring continuously to create a smooth, harmonious sauce that thickens within 3-4 minutes.
- Gently return chicken to the skillet, nestling pieces into the creamy sauce and spooning liquid over the top to reheat and infuse flavors for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Finish the dish by garnishing with fresh chopped parsley and optional lemon slices, serving immediately alongside complementary side dishes.
Notes
- Create a smooth coating by patting chicken dry before flouring to ensure even, crispy exterior.
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for brighter, more vibrant flavor compared to bottled alternatives.
- Adjust sauce thickness by simmering longer or adding more cream if desired consistency isn’t achieved.
- For gluten-free version, replace wheat flour with almond flour or cornstarch for similar crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg