Creamy Lemon Chicken and Potatoes Skillet
Creamy Lemon Chicken and Potatoes Skillet is a delightful one-pan meal that combines tender chicken and golden potatoes in a rich, zesty sauce. This comforting dish bursts with flavor and is perfect for family dinners or impressing guests at gatherings. With minimal cleanup and easy preparation, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Get ready to savor every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 lb small potatoes (fingerling or baby)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Juice and zest of 2 lemons
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh herbs (thyme or parsley), for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping garlic and zesting lemons.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear until golden brown on both sides (about 6-7 minutes per side) until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the pan; add halved potatoes and cook until golden brown and fork-tender (approximately 10 minutes).
- Lower the heat, add minced garlic, and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, lemon juice, and zest; simmer until thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it among the potatoes. Cook together for another 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using chicken thighs instead of breasts for juiciness. Feel free to substitute vegetables like broccoli or asparagus for a personalized twist.