Lemon Basil Chicken

This delicious and simple one skillet chicken recipe combines chicken breasts, garlic and basil in a rich creamy lemon sauce.

Course main meal chicken

Cuisine Italian

Keyword chicken lemon basil. basil lemon chicken, lemon chicken with basil

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 25

Servings servings

Calories 238kcal

Author Beth Pierce

In large skillet over medium heat add 1 tablespoon olive oil and brown chicken breasts on both sides. If necessary work in batches so the skillet is not crowded. Plate chicken, cover and keep warm.
If needed add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to same skillet over LOW heat. Add garlic, basil and onion powder and cook for 30 seconds. Add chicken broth and stir to scrap brown bits off the bottom of the pan. Add cream and simmer until slightly thickened; approximately 10-15 minutes. Add lemon juice and salt & pepper to taste. Return chicken to skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Top with parsley and fresh lemon slices serve.

Slice your chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create four thinner breasts. Chicken breasts are so large these days so that the portions will be more appropriate, and they will cook more thoroughly. This recipe also works well with boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
Heavy whipping cream reduces and thickens nicely. Half n half or whole milk will not do that and will require some kind of thickening agent.
Use fresh lemons and lemon juice. It really seals the deal on this scrumptious dish.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat at reduced power in the microwave.