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Skillet Creamy Lemon Rosemary Chicken

This Skillet Creamy Lemon Rosemary Chicken is a flavor-packed delight! Creamy, zesty, and oh-so-comforting!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces skinless boneless chicken breasts
  • to taste Salt and black pepper for seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for frying
  • 2 large lemons juice and zest
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/3 cup yellow onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped rosemary fresh
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter cubed
  • to serve Rice optional

Equipment

  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Meat Thermometer
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Prepare the chicken by seasoning the breasts generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the chicken breasts for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover to keep warm. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and sauté the diced onion for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
  4. Add the minced garlic and chopped rosemary, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
  5. Zest one lemon and add the zest to the skillet, then squeeze the juice of both lemons into the pan along with the chicken broth.
  6. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan to enhance the sauce.

Notes

  • Serve over rice to soak up the delicious sauce.
  • This dish can be made with skin-on chicken for extra flavor.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.