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Creamy Lemon Pepper Chicken

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Time: 30 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

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Creamy Lemon Pepper Chicken has, over generations, earned its place as one of the classics of the dinner table. Savory chicken, cooked to a golden brown, flavored with zesty lemon pepper, and draped in a creamy sauce is guaranteed to bewitch anyone who takes a bite. You can serve it over potatoes or rice (which helps to soak up some of that indulgent sauce) or with a crunchy side salad for a bit of refreshment. It's time to go back to the classics with Creamy Lemon Pepper Chicken.

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Ingredients

  • 2 (8-ounce) chicken breasts, boneless, skinless, and cut in half lengthwise
  • 1/2 tablespoon lemon pepper
  • kosher salt, to taste
  • ground pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 lemon, optional, sliced, for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon parsley, optional, minced, for garnish

Directions

Step 1 -Sprinkle the chicken with the lemon pepper, the salt, and the pepper on all sides.

Step 2 -In a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil.

Step 3 -Add the chicken to the hot oil and cook until golden on both sides and just shy of cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Step 4 -Transfer the chicken from the pan and keep warm.

Step 5 -Add the remaining oil to the pan.

Step 6 -Add the garlic and sauté over medium heat until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 7 -In a small bowl, whisk the flour and the milk together until smooth.

Step 8 -Pour the milk mixture into the pan and whisk until bubbly and thickened, about 2-4 minutes.

Step 9 -Return the chicken back into the pan and cook until cooked through, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 10 -Garnish with the lemon slices and the parsley.

Step 11 -Serve.

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