{"id":"6c8399dd-7502-475c-9fda-6a73d99c2e4d","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/6c8399dd-7502-475c-9fda-6a73d99c2e4d","source_url":"https://whatsmomcookin.com/creamy-lemon-garlic-chicken/","title":"Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken","description":"Tender golden chicken breasts simmered in a rich, creamy lemon garlic Parmesan sauce and served over mashed potatoes for an easy restaurant-quality comfort meal at home.","servings":4,"servings_text":"4","prep_time":"PT5M","cook_time":"PT25M","image_url":"https://whatsmomcookin.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_2960.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"4-6 Thin Cut Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs","item":"Thin Cut Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs","quantity":4,"quantity_max":6},{"text":"Lemon Pepper Seasoning","item":"Lemon Pepper Seasoning"},{"text":"Garlic Powder","item":"Garlic Powder"},{"text":"Onion Powder","item":"Onion Powder"},{"text":"Smoked Paprika","item":"Smoked Paprika"},{"text":"1 tbsp Avocado Oil (or any neutral oil)","item":"Avocado Oil","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"or any neutral oil"},{"text":"5 tbsp Salted Butter (divided)","item":"Salted Butter","quantity":5,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"divided"},{"text":"7-8 Garlic Cloves, minced","item":"Garlic Cloves","quantity":7,"quantity_max":8,"preparation":"minced"},{"text":"1/4 Cup All Purpose Flour","item":"All Purpose Flour","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"2 Cups Chicken Broth","item":"Chicken Broth","quantity":2,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 Cup Heavy Cream","item":"Heavy Cream","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1/4 Cup Freshly Grated Parmesan (plus more for serving)","item":"Freshly Grated Parmesan","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup","preparation":"plus more for serving"},{"text":"Juice of 1 Lemon","item":"Juice of 1 Lemon"},{"text":"1 Lemon, sliced","item":"Lemon","quantity":1,"preparation":"sliced"},{"text":"1-2 tsp Chopped Fresh Parsley (for garnish)","item":"Chopped Fresh Parsley","quantity":1,"quantity_max":2,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"for garnish"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Season the chicken breasts generously with lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. I don't measure, you just want to make sure the chicken is well coated"},{"number":2,"text":"Heat avocado oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat."},{"number":3,"text":"Cook the chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside."},{"number":4,"text":"Add the remaining butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant."},{"number":5,"text":"Stir in the flour along with about ¼ teaspoon each of the same seasonings used on the chicken. Cook for about 3 minutes while stirring continuously."},{"number":6,"text":"Slowly whisk in the chicken broth until smooth, then stir in the heavy cream."},{"number":7,"text":"Simmer the sauce for several minutes until thickened. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and fresh lemon juice."},{"number":8,"text":"Return the chicken to the skillet. Add lemon slices on top of each piece of chicken."},{"number":9,"text":"Cover and cook on low for about 10 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F / 74°C internally."},{"number":10,"text":"Garnish with fresh parsley."}],"date_published":"2026-10-30T09:35:27.087609+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-30T09:35:27.087609+00:00"}