Keto Lemon Garlic Chicken
Elevate your culinary experience with this Keto lemon garlic chicken – a Low-Carb dinner recipe for two. The infusion of zesty lemon, aromatic garlic, and tender chicken breasts creates a symphony of flavors, making it an ideal candidate for a healthy dinner for two and even earning its spot among Keto romantic dinner recipes. Let’s embark on a journey of gastronomic delight that promises both indulgence and health-conscious dining.What other protein cuts can you use?While this recipe spotlights succulent chicken breasts, you can easily experiment with other cuts of chicken for a diverse culinary experience. Consider using chicken thighs or drumsticks if you prefer dark meat, adjusting the cooking time accordingly. You may also try this recipe with steak or lamb filet. The versatility of this recipe allows you to tailor it to your preferences while
How to Make It
Step 1
Pound the chicken breasts until they are 1/2 inch (1 cm) thick. Pat the chicken dry thoroughly with paper towels, and generously season all sides with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers. If necessary, work in batches and add the chicken, searing each side until deeply browned, approximately 6 to 7 minutes per side. Transfer the seared chicken to a plate and set it aside.
Step 2
Reduce the heat to medium and add butter to the skillet. Once melted, incorporate garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the garlic just starts to soften, approximately 1 minute.
Step 3
Stir in heavy cream and broth, ensuring to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
Step 4
Return the seared chicken to the pan and simmer until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, and the chicken is fully cooked, which should take 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice into the sauce.
Step 5
Garnish with parsley and lemon slices, and serve immediately.
Ingredients
- Chicken Breast Boneless Skinless Raw – 2 breast
- Extra virgin olive oil – 1 tbsp
- Butter – 2 tbsp
- Garlic – 2 clove
- Heavy cream – 0.5 cup
- Chicken broth – 3 tbsp
- Lemon juice – 2 tbsp
- Parsley – 2 tbsp
- Salt and Black Pepper (To Taste) – 0.5 tsp