Creamy Lemon Chicken Fricassee
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Cuisine: French
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this creamy lemon chicken fricassee. The tender chicken breasts are simmered in a luscious sauce infused with tangy lemon juice and fragrant thyme. This dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special gathering with friends.
Difficulty: MEDIUM
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Serving Size: Serves 4
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 lemons, juiced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Directions:
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Brown chicken breasts on both sides, then remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic until softened.
- Sprinkle flour over the onion mixture and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Slowly whisk in chicken broth, heavy cream, lemon juice, and dried thyme.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and add the chicken breasts back to the skillet.
- Cover and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Serve the creamy lemon chicken fricassee hot over rice or noodles.