Creamy Lemon Garlic Sauce for Pasta or Chicken
This creamy lemon garlic sauce is perfect for pasta, chicken, vegetables, or seafood. It's quick, easy, and full of flavor!
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 small shallot (finely chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium lemon (juiced and zested)
- 1 cup whole milk, half-and-half, or cream (warmed)
Instructions
- Heat butter in a pan.
- Add shallot and lemon zest; sauté for 2 minutes.
- Add garlic; sauté for 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice.
- Add warmed milk, half-and-half, or cream.
- Bring to a simmer; add thyme or Italian seasoning.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Check thickness; simmer uncovered or add cornstarch slurry if needed.
- Stir and simmer for 5 more minutes until desired consistency.
- Serve over pasta, chicken, vegetables, or seafood.
Notes
Adjust the amount of lemon juice and zest to your liking for a more or less intense lemon flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 18g | Sodium: 150mg