Keto Lemon Chicken

Keto lemon chicken recipe is also a savory yet simple-to-make chicken recipe you should get on hand. Just give it 20 minutes and you will treat yourself creamy lemon chicken lemon.

Worth trying, right?

Keto Lemon Chicken

Recipe by Anna SmallingCourse: Keto, MainCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

3

minutes

Cooking time

20

minutes

Calories

290

kcal

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken breasts, thin sliced

• 1/4 cup heavy cream

• 1 cup chicken broth

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp pepper

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tbsp butter

• 1 tbsp dill

Directions

• Season the chicken on both sides with salt and pepper.
• Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the oil and heat until shimmering.
• Add chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on each side and cooked through, about 8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
• Add in chicken stock, stir well. Add lemon juice and garlic to the pan and bring to a boil over medium heat.
• Allow chicken stock to reduce by half, about 10 minutes. Whisk in butter and cream until butter has melted and mixture is smooth and creamy.
• Return chicken to the skillet and sprinkle with fresh dill. Cook for 1 minute to re-warm the chicken.
• Serve immediately
• Serve this lemon chicken with boiled vegetables, salad, cauliflower rice or low-carb flat bread, and you will have a complete meal.

Keto Lemon Chicken – Notes & Tips

Low-Carb & Keto-Friendly:

• This dish is low in carbs and rich in fats from butter and cream, making it ideal for keto and low-carb diets.

Preparation Tips:

• Chicken: Slice the chicken thinly for faster cooking and even browning. Pound slightly if needed.
• Sauce: Let the chicken broth reduce fully to intensify the lemon flavor before adding cream and butter.
• Garlic: Mince finely to prevent burning and release more aroma.

Serving Suggestions:

• Pair with cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or steamed low-carb vegetables.
• Garnish with extra fresh dill or a sprinkle of parmesan cheese for added flavor.
• For a slightly tangier sauce, increase lemon juice by 1 teaspoon.

Storage & Reheating:

• Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Reheat gently on low heat to avoid curdling the cream. Add a splash of chicken broth if needed to loosen the sauce.

This Keto Lemon Chicken is quick, creamy, and flavorful—a perfect main course for a keto-friendly meal.