Description
Tender, juicy chicken breasts slow-cooked in a rich, buttery lemon sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners.
Ingredients
- 5 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 lemons, juiced and zested
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup half and half
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon chicken base (optional)
Instructions
- Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Sear chicken for 4-6 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the seared chicken to a slow cooker. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and minced garlic. Top with remaining 5 tablespoons of butter.
- Cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours until chicken reaches 165°F.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together half and half, cornstarch, and chicken base until smooth. Pour into the slow cooker and stir gently.
- Cook on high for an additional hour until sauce thickens.
- Serve immediately, drizzling creamy lemon sauce over the chicken.
Notes
For best results, do not skip the searing step, and add half and half at the end to prevent curdling. Store leftovers for up to 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 300 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American