Ingredient Meat & Poultry Chicken Quick Chicken Dinners Creamy Lemon-Basil Chicken 4.5 (6) 5 Reviews This ultra-quick creamy lemon-basil chicken is bright and refreshing. Using whole lemon slices in the sauce gathers the essential oils from the rind plus the acidic punch from the flesh and adds more depth of flavor than juice and zest alone. By Julia Levy Julia Levy Julia Levy has been working in recipe publishing for almost a decade, but testing recipes for as long as she's been able to wield a spoon. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on June 6, 2024 Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Save Rate PRINT Share Close Photo: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn Active Time: 20 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings: 4 Nutrition Profile: Low-Carb Nut-Free Soy-Free Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1 pound chicken cutlets (4 cutlets) ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground pepper 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 ¼ cups unsalted chicken broth 3 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cut into pieces 1 small lemon, thinly sliced and seeds removed 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, plus more for garnish Directions Sprinkle chicken evenly with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until bubbling. Add the chicken; cook until browned and cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover to keep warm. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn Return the pan to medium heat. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter and swirl to coat. Add garlic; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add broth and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add cream cheese; cook, stirring constantly, until melted and thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in lemon slices and basil. Return the chicken and any accumulated juices to the pan; simmer over medium heat until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken, about 4 minutes. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, March 2023 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 236 Calories 12g Fat 2g Carbs 29g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size 1 cutlet & about 3 Tbsp. sauce Calories 236 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 2g 1% Total Sugars 1g Protein 29g 58% Total Fat 12g 15% Saturated Fat 6g 30% Cholesterol 96mg 32% Vitamin A 428IU 9% Vitamin C 4mg 4% Folate 4mcg 1% Vitamin K 7mcg 6% Sodium 483mg 21% Calcium 35mg 3% Iron 1mg 6% Magnesium 4mg 1% Potassium 57mg 1% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.