Creamy Lemon Chicken Skillet with Spinach & Peas

Ingredients (4 Servings)

For the Chicken

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Creamy Lemon Sauce

• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup fresh spinach
• ¾ cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
• 1 cup chicken broth
• ¾ cup fresh cream or heavy cream
• ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
• Juice of 1 large lemon
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tbsp butter
• Optional: chili flakes for heat

Garnish

• Fresh parsley
• Extra parmesan
• Lemon slices

Directions

Step 1: Season the Chicken

Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with:

• Salt
• Pepper
• Garlic powder
• Paprika

Step 2: Sear the Chicken

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Cook chicken for:

• 5–6 minutes per side
  until golden brown and fully cooked.

Remove and keep aside.

Step 3: Prepare the Sauce

In the same skillet:

• Add butter
• Sauté onion for 2–3 minutes
• Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds

Pour in chicken broth and scrape the pan for extra flavor.

Step 4: Make it Creamy

Reduce heat to low and add:

• Cream
• Parmesan cheese
• Italian seasoning
• Lemon juice
• Lemon zest

Stir until smooth and creamy.

Step 5: Add Vegetables

Add:

• Spinach
• Green peas

Cook for 2–3 minutes until spinach wilts.

Step 6: Finish the Dish

Return chicken to the skillet.

Simmer for 4–5 minutes so the flavors combine beautifully.

Garnish with parsley, parmesan, and lemon slices.

Nutrition

• Calories - 520 kcal
• Protein - 38 g
• Carbohydrates - 12 g
• Fat - 34 g
• Saturated Fat - 14 g
• Fiber - 3 g
• Sugar - 4 g
• Sodium - 720 mg