Are you craving a creamy, tangy, and savory sauce to enhance your chicken dish? Look no further! In this culinary guide, we will take you on a step-by-step journey to create a luscious, velvety lemon sauce that will elevate your chicken to new heights. With just a few simple ingredients and some easy-to-follow instructions, you'll be able to whip up a mouthwatering sauce that will leave your taste buds dancing. From selecting the freshest lemons to balancing the flavors perfectly, we'll cover all the tips and tricks to ensure your sauce is nothing short of extraordinary. Get ready to embark on a flavor-filled adventure and discover the magic of simple creamy lemon chicken sauce!
Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!
EASY CREAMY LEMON CHICKEN
This dish is a snap to prepare but always hits the spot at my house. The creamy sauce with a hint of lemon keeps the chicken moist and delicious. Serve over pasta or rice.
Provided by Jess Staldine
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until lightly browned on both sides, 5 to 7 minutes. Place in a baking dish.
- Stir lemon juice and zest into the leftover butter in the pan, and cook over medium-low heat, stirring, for 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in half-and-half slowly. Stir in 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese until sauce is smooth. Pour sauce over chicken.
- Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 20 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.3 calories, Carbohydrate 2.7 g, Cholesterol 126.1 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 27.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.5 g, Sodium 283.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
LEMON SAUCE FOR CHICKEN
I love lemon chicken from Chinese restaurants but don't want to deep fry anything at home. So when I found this yummy sauce recipe I decided it'd be just as good over stir fried chicken breast strips. I've also made this with Splenda instead of sugar with good results.
Provided by ReeLani
Categories Sauces
Time 10m
Yield 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In saucepan bring chicken stock to a boil and then add lemon juice, sugar and zest.
- Return mixture to a boil.
- Blend together cornstarch and cold water and stir into the lemon sauce.
- Cook until thickened, stirring frequently and adjust seasoning to taste.
CREAMY LEMON CHICKEN
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place the flour in a shallow bowl and season with salt and pepper. Heat a large saute pan over medium-high heat, then add the oil. Dredge the chicken in the flour, shaking off any excess, and place in the hot oil. Cook until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Remove the chicken to a plate.
- Add the garlic to the pan, carefully add the wine and, using a wooden spoon, scrape the bottom of the pan to release any flavor stuck to the bottom. Add the cream, Parmesan, lemon zest and juice and some salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce starts to thicken, about 2 minutes. Add the spinach, stir and return the chicken to the pan. Cook for 1 minute more, until the spinach has wilted. Garnish with basil and lemon slices.
SIMPLE CREAMY LEMON CHICKEN SAUCE
This simple sauce is made of cream of chicken soup mixed with lemon juice, garlic, and spices. It tastes great on rice, pasta, chicken, or veggies. Also, add a teaspoon or two of basil or Italian seasoning for extra flavor.
Provided by Jessica Weber
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Stir the chicken soup, water, lemon juice, butter, and garlic powder together in a pan and place over medium heat. Cook until hot, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 61.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 g, Cholesterol 10.7 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 270.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
CHICKEN WITH LEMON SAUCE
"This delicious Italian dish is easy to prepare, but it looks like you fussed," writes Brenda Hoffman of Stanton, Michigan.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a shallow bowl, combine 4 tablespoons flour, cheese, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. In another shallow bowl, beat the eggs. Coat chicken with flour, then dip into egg mixture., In a large skillet, cook chicken in 1 tablespoon butter and oil over medium heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm., In a small bowl, combine remaining, salt and pepper; stir in broth until smooth. Add apple juice to the skillet, stirring to loosen any browned bits. Stir broth mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened., Stir in lemon juice; cook for 1 minute. Add parsley and remaining butter; cook and stir until butter is melted. Serve with chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 542 calories, Fat 30g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 329mg cholesterol, Sodium 1670mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 42g protein.
CHICKEN TENDERS WITH CREAMY LEMON-GARLIC SAUCE
This creamy Alfredo-type chicken dish has become a favorite of my family. My daughter requests it constantly served over bow tie pasta. You can also serve it with rice.
Provided by Mark S.
Categories Meat and Poultry Chicken Chicken Tenders Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Season flour with salt and pepper. Dredge chicken tenders in flour mixture until coated.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and brown for 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and keep warm.
- Reduce heat to medium and add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour wine into the pan and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Add chicken stock and cook until sauce has reduced, about 10 minutes. Add half-and-half, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice; let reduce for 10 more minutes.
- Dissolve cornstarch in water and add to the pan. Add chicken and allow to heat through, about 10 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 82.1 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 26.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 518.8 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
CHICKEN BREASTS IN LEMON CREAM SAUCE
My family loves chicken, and this is a quick & tasty way to spruce up the everyday bird. We love this over all types of pasta.
Provided by Just Cher
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt 3 tbs butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add mushrooms and saute until tender.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Sprinkle chicken with salt& pepper, dredge in flour, shaking off excess.
- Melt remaining 3 tbs butter in skillet.
- Add chicken and saute 5 to 6 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- Transfer chicken to a serving platter (keep warm).
- Add broth to skillet, scraping up browned bits.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until reduced to approximately 3/4 cup.
- Stir in cream and lemon juice.
- Cook over medium heat until slightly thickened.
- Stir in mushrooms, white pepper& salt to taste.
- Add chicken and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until sauce is a medium thick consistency.
- Serve over rice or noodles.
CHICKEN WITH CREAMY REALEMON® SAUCE
These chicken breasts topped with a creamy lemon sauce and chives add lots of flavor and zest to your family's meal!
Provided by ReaLemon/ReaLime
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips ReaLemon/ReaLime
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Rinse chicken; pat dry. Combine 1/4 cup flour, salt, and pepper in a plastic bag. Add chicken, a few at a time, shaking to coat.
- Cook chicken in hot margarine or butter in large skillet over medium-high heat 8 to 10 minutes or until tender and no longer pink, turning once. Reduce heat as necessary during cooking to prevent overbrowning. Remove from skillet, reserving any drippings. Keep warm.
- For sauce, combine broth and 3 tablespoons flour in screw-top jar. Cover and shake well; add to skillet. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir 1 minute longer. Stir in ReaLemon® and sugar; heat through. Serve sauce over chicken. Sprinkle with chives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.7 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Cholesterol 58.5 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 186.4 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
EASY CREAMY LEMON CHICKEN
Make and share this Easy Creamy Lemon Chicken recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Smalltowngal
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 20m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook chicken breasts on grill (I use my George Forman Grill -- 9 minutes on it). If you don't have a grill, cook them in a frying pan.
- In a separate pan, combine the cream of chicken soup, water, lemon juice and pepper, simmer on low.
- Add cooked chicken breats to sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.6, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 148.8, Sodium 1130.5, Carbohydrate 12.7, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 1.2, Protein 58.2
LEMON CREAM CHICKEN
If you want an entree that's quick, easy and elegant, you can't beat this one. The lemon cream sauce is what makes it irresistible. It goes so nicely with the chicken and mushrooms. -Mary Anne McWhirter, Pearland, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a shallow bowl, mix 1/2 cup flour, salt and pepper. Dip chicken breasts in flour mixture to coat both sides; shake off excess., In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Cook chicken in batches until a thermometer reads 165°, 5-7 minutes per side. Remove chicken, reserving drippings in pan., Add broth to skillet; bring to a boil. Simmer, uncovered, until liquid is reduced to 1/3 cup, about 10 minutes. Stir in 3/4 cup cream, lemon juice and mushrooms; cook over medium-low heat 5 minutes., In a small bowl, mix the remaining flour and cream until smooth; stir into sauce. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Add chicken; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Fat 25g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 129mg cholesterol, Sodium 488mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
CREAMY LEMON CHICKEN PASTA
A delicious blend of sauteed chicken and light, but creamy, lemon sauce and pasta, baked til the top is crispy and lightly browned. Asparagus or broccoli is a great addition to this dish. Serve topped with a little extra lemon juice if desired.
Provided by EmmLee
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Chicken
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a casserole dish or 9x13-inch pan.
- Slice or cube chicken and season lightly with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook farfalle at a boil, stirring occasionally, for 6 minutes. Drain, cover, and set aside.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add wine and cook, 1 to 2 minutes. Add garlic and lemon juice and cook, 1 to 2 minutes. Don't allow garlic to brown.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and add cream cheese, stirring until melted and blended. Add flour to sour cream, mix well, and stir into the pan. Add chicken stock, parsley, thyme, red pepper, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer until slightly thickened. Add more stock if sauce is too thick. Remove from heat.
- Add 1/2 cup Parmesan and lemon zest, stir well. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add partially cooked farfalle and blend well. Pour into the prepared baking or casserole pan and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.
- Bake, covered, in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Uncover and continue to bake until lightly browned, 7 to 10 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 611.3 calories, Carbohydrate 62.6 g, Cholesterol 78.2 mg, Fat 28.7 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 703 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
CREAMY GARLIC-LEMON CHICKEN
I needed an easy way to prepare my family's favorite meal, lemon chicken, and this recipe is it! My entire family loves this rich slow-cooker dish, and everyone who eats it asks for the recipe-it's a keeper. I serve the chicken over a bed of rice or couscous and spoon some of the creamy sauce over the top.-Nan Slaughter, Sammamish, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 3h15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Place chicken in a 5-qt. slow cooker; pour broth mixture over chicken. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until chicken is tender., Remove chicken from slow cooker; keep warm. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in cooking juices. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in cream. Serve chicken and rice with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 127mg cholesterol, Sodium 297mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0g fiber), Protein 35g protein.
CREAMY LEMON CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breasts, salt, pepper, flour, butter, olive oil, chicken stock, heavy cream, salt, pepper, lemon, lemon, fresh parsley
Provided by Alix Traeger
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- On a cutting board, cut the chicken breasts in half, widthwise.
- Lay chicken flat and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Gently coat the chicken pieces in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Heat a skillet on medium-high heat and add the butter and oil, swirling together to coat the pan.
- Place the chicken breasts into the pan and cook for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown.
- Flip the chicken and cook the other side, another 3-5 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Pour ¼ cup (60 ml) of the chicken stock in the pan and scrape up any bits that may have stuck to the bottom of the pan.
- Add the rest of the stock and the cream and stir.
- Season with salt and pepper, and add the lemon juice.
- Simmer for 5 minutes. Add the chicken back to the pan and top with sliced lemons.
- Spoon the sauce over the chicken.
- Remove from heat. Sauce will thicken as it cools.
- Serve with parsley and extra sauce.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 730 calories, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 49 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 6 grams
Tips:
- To achieve a creamy and flavorful sauce, it's crucial to use fresh lemon juice and high-quality butter. Look for unsalted butter to control the saltiness of the dish.
- Make sure to whisk the sauce continuously while adding the chicken broth and cream. This will prevent lumps from forming and ensure a smooth consistency.
- If you want a thicker sauce, you can simmer it for a longer period of time. Conversely, if you prefer a thinner sauce, you can add more chicken broth or water.
- To add depth of flavor, consider incorporating herbs like thyme, rosemary, or parsley into the sauce. You can also experiment with different types of cheese, such as Parmesan or Romano.
- For a healthier version of the sauce, you can use low-fat milk or cream, and reduce the amount of butter. You can also add steamed vegetables like broccoli or asparagus to the sauce for a more nutritious meal.
Conclusion:
The simple creamy lemon chicken sauce is a versatile and flavorful sauce that can enhance a variety of dishes. Whether you're serving it over chicken, pasta, or vegetables, this sauce is sure to impress your taste buds. With its bright and tangy flavor, this sauce is perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to special gatherings. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy way to add some zest to your meals, give this simple creamy lemon chicken sauce a try.
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