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Lemon Pepper Chicken

This easy lemon pepper chicken recipe has a bright, peppery, tart, and silky cream sauce. It's made with just a handful of everyday ingredients and comes together fast!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 325 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts cut in half lengthwise
  • salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter divided
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 2/3 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy/whipping cream
  • 1/2 tablespoon lemon pepper

Instructions

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  1. Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise so you've got 4 thinner pieces. Sprinkle them with salt (some lemon pepper blends contain salt so don't go overboard).
  2. Add the oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter to a skillet over medium-high heat. Let the pan heat up for a few minutes.
  3. Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes/side, then transfer it to a plate.
  4. Add the remaining butter to the pan and let it melt, then add in the garlic and sprinkle the flour in. Let it cook for about 30 seconds to 1 minute (stir it a couple times).
  5. Add the broth, cream, and lemon pepper to the skillet. Whisk it for a minute or so until the flour dissolves.
  6. Add the chicken back to the pan (and any juices from the plate), and let it cook for another 4-5 minutes or until the chicken has cooked through (165F) and the sauce has thickened a bit. You may need to turn the heat down if it's boiling like crazy (you want it to bubble fairly gently). Season with extra salt & pepper if needed and serve immediately.

Notes

  • If you're particularly sensitive to salt, use low sodium chicken broth, and look for a low or no salt brand of lemon pepper.

Nutrition Information

Calories 325kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 25g (50%) Fat 23g (35%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Cholesterol 128mg (43%) Sodium 336mg (14%) Potassium 482mg (14%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 646IU (13%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 31mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 325

% Daily Value*

Calories 325kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 25g 50%
Fat 23g 35%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Cholesterol 128mg 43%
Sodium 336mg 14%
Potassium 482mg 10%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 646IU 13%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 31mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.