Description
Creamy Lemon Chicken and Rice is a delightful dish that wraps tender chicken in a rich, velvety sauce infused with zesty lemon. This comforting meal is perfect for any occasion, transforming your dinner into a gourmet experience. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, this recipe guarantees flavor-packed results every time. Ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this dish will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Juice and zest of 2 fresh lemons
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by finely chopping garlic and zesting the lemons.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add seasoned chicken breasts, cooking until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side).
- Add minced garlic after flipping the chicken; cook until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, then add heavy cream and lemon juice, stirring well.
- Stir in rinsed rice and cover tightly. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 18-20 minutes.
- Once rice is fluffy, mix in lemon zest and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg