Keto Creamy Lemon Chicken
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 662kcal
Tender chicken breast is cooked to perfection and then coated in a creamy lemon sauce that is sure to satisfy your taste buds. With only a few simple ingredients, this recipe is easy to make and can be ready in under 30 minutes
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Ingredients
The Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts skinless & boneless
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
The Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup cream heavy or whipping
- ½ cup chicken stock
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in between two layers of clingfilm and flatten with a rolling pin. Or you could slice the chicken breasts in half.
- Season the chicken with the salt, pepper and oregano on both sides.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet on a medium heat.
- Sear the chicken breasts for 3 to 4 minutes on each side.
- Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Add the butter and garlic to the pan can cook for 1 minute.
- Add the chicken broth and simmer for 2 minutes for the sauce to thicken.
- Add the cream, lemon zest and juice and stir through.
- Return the chicken breasts to the pan, spoon over the sauce and cook for 4 to 7 minutes until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Serve with fresh chopped parsley or basil.
Notes
Makes 2 servings, assuming 1 chicken breast per serving.
The net carbs will be the total carb count minus the fibre count. Carb count excludes sugar alcohols.
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Nutrition
Calories: 662kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 52g | Fat: 47g | Fiber: 1g