Name: Creamy Lemon Pepper Skillet Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 large chicken breasts (about 2 pounds total), sliced in half lengthwise to create 4 thin cutlets; Kosher salt, to taste; Coarsely ground black pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 small shallot, minced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth; 1 cup half and half; ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (from 1-2 lemons); 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning; Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish; Lemon slices, for garnish

Description

This Creamy Lemon Pepper Skillet Chicken is a bright and comforting dish featuring tender chicken cutlets cooked in a luscious, tangy lemon pepper cream sauce. Quick to prepare and packed with fresh flavors, it’s perfect for a weeknight dinner that feels fancy but comes together in under 30 minutes. Garnished with fresh herbs and lemon slices, this skillet meal pairs beautifully with rice or pasta.

Ingredients

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2 large chicken breasts (about 2 pounds total), sliced in half lengthwise to create 4 thin cutlets
Kosher salt, to taste
Coarsely ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
1 small shallot, minced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup half and half
¼ cup fresh lemon juice (from 1-2 lemons)
1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish

Lemon slices, for garnish

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Instructions

Season chicken cutlets generously with kosher salt and coarsely ground pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
Reduce heat to medium, add butter to the skillet. Once melted, sauté minced shallot and garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Sprinkle flour over shallots and garlic, stirring constantly to create a roux, cooking 1-2 minutes.
Gradually whisk in chicken broth, half and half, and fresh lemon juice. Cook until sauce thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes.
Stir in lemon pepper seasoning. Return chicken to skillet and spoon sauce over the top. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to heat through and meld flavors.
Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and lemon slices before serving.

Notes

For extra richness, swap half and half with heavy cream.

Serve with steamed vegetables, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

Adjust lemon juice to taste for more or less tang.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Skillet Cooking
Cuisine: American