Zesty Lemon Chicken in Creamy Sauce
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Zesty Lemon Chicken in Creamy Sauce! This simple yet elegant dish combines tender boneless chicken breasts with a rich, lemon-infused cream sauce that's both savory and tangy. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this recipe is quick to prepare and pairs beautifully with rice or your favorite vegetables. Impress your family and friends with this delicious comfort food that brings a bright flavor twist to your dinner table.
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 (trimmed)
cream of chicken soup
1 can (10.5 ounces) (condensed)
water
0.5 can (about 5.25 ounces) (for thinning sauce)
lemon juice
2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed)
ground pepper
1 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Preheat your grill or frying pan over medium heat. Season the trimmed chicken breasts lightly with salt and pepper.
2
If using a grill, cook the chicken breasts for about 9 minutes, or until they are fully cooked and have nice grill marks. For a frying pan, cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until done.
3
While the chicken is cooking, heat a separate saucepan over low heat. Add the cream of chicken soup, the half can of water, lemon juice, and ground pepper. Stir to combine and allow to simmer gently for 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
4
Once the chicken breasts are cooked, add them to the cream sauce in the saucepan, ensuring they are well-coated. Simmer together for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
5
Serve the zesty lemon chicken over cooked rice, garnished with lemon slices or fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zesty Lemon Chicken in Creamy Sauce?
It is a simple yet elegant dish featuring tender chicken breasts in a rich, lemon-infused cream sauce that is both savory and tangy.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to yield 4 servings.
What type of chicken should I use?
The recipe calls for 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, trimmed.
How long does it take to grill the chicken?
If using a grill, cook the chicken for approximately 9 minutes or until fully cooked with nice grill marks.
How do I cook the chicken in a frying pan?
Cook the chicken over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until done.
What ingredients are in the creamy sauce?
The sauce consists of condensed cream of chicken soup, water, fresh lemon juice, and ground pepper.
How much lemon juice is required?
You will need 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
What size can of soup is needed?
Use one 10.5-ounce can of condensed cream of chicken soup.
How much water should I add to the sauce?
Add half a can of water, which is approximately 5.25 ounces, to thin the sauce.
How should I season the chicken?
Season the trimmed chicken breasts lightly with salt and pepper before cooking.
What is the first step in the instructions?
Preheat your grill or frying pan over medium heat and season the chicken.
How long should the sauce simmer on its own?
The sauce should simmer gently over low heat for 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
When do I add the chicken to the sauce?
Add the cooked chicken breasts to the saucepan once they are fully cooked and the sauce has simmered for 5 minutes.
How long do I simmer the chicken and sauce together?
Simmer the chicken and sauce together for an additional 5 minutes.
What is the best way to serve this dish?
Serve the chicken over cooked rice and garnish with lemon slices or fresh herbs if desired.
Is this recipe suitable for a quick weeknight meal?
Yes, it is specifically tagged as a quick dinner and a weeknight meal.
What is the heat setting for cooking the chicken?
The chicken should be cooked over medium heat.
What heat setting should be used for the sauce?
The sauce should be heated in a separate saucepan over low heat.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 5 main ingredients: chicken breasts, cream of chicken soup, water, lemon juice, and ground pepper.
Can I garnish this recipe?
Yes, garnishing with lemon slices or fresh herbs is recommended for a beautiful presentation.
Is the chicken skinless?
Yes, the recipe specifically uses boneless skinless chicken breasts.
What is the flavor profile of this dish?
The flavor is described as savory and tangy with a bright lemon twist.
Can I serve this with vegetables?
Yes, this dish pairs beautifully with your favorite vegetables.
What category does this recipe fall into?
This recipe is categorized under Chicken Breast.
How much ground pepper is used?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of ground pepper.
Does the recipe use condensed soup?
Yes, it uses condensed cream of chicken soup.
Is this considered comfort food?
Yes, it is described as a delicious comfort food recipe.
Do I need to trim the chicken?
Yes, the ingredients list specifies that the chicken breasts should be trimmed.
Is this a good recipe for special occasions?
Yes, it is described as elegant enough for special occasions while remaining simple to prepare.
Can I use bottled lemon juice?
While the recipe suggests freshly squeezed for the best flavor, bottled lemon juice can be used as a substitute.