Lemon Pepper Chicken

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts (cut in half lengthwise)
• Salt (to taste)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter (divided)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 2/3 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy/whipping cream
• 1/2 tablespoon lemon pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise so you've got 4 thinner pieces. Sprinkle them with salt (some lemon pepper blends contain salt so don't go overboard).

2. 2

   Add the oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter to a skillet over medium-high heat. Let the pan heat up for a few minutes.

3. 3

   Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes/side, then transfer it to a plate.

4. 4

   Add the remaining butter to the pan and let it melt, then add in the garlic and sprinkle the flour in. Let it cook for about 30 seconds to 1 minute (stir it a couple times).

5. 5

   Add the broth, cream, and lemon pepper to the skillet. Whisk it for a minute or so until the flour dissolves.

6. 6

   Add the chicken back to the pan (and any juices from the plate), and let it cook for another 4-5 minutes or until the chicken has cooked through (165F) and the sauce has thickened a bit. You may need to turn the heat down if it's boiling like crazy (you want it to bubble fairly gently). Season with extra salt & pepper if needed and serve immediately.