Easy One Skillet Creamy Cilantro Lime Chicken

4 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 Tablespoon oil of choice
¼ cup finely chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, crushed or minced
1 cup chicken broth (water can also be used)
Juice of 1 lime (or 2 tablespoons)
2 tablespoons cilantro chopped cilantro
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
salt and pepper to taste
½ cup heavy cream or half and half (or sour-cream or greek yogurt)

In a large heavy-duty skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken generously with salt and pepper then add the chicken and cook for 7-8 minutes, turning once or until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and cover with foil on a separate plate, set aside.

Add onions to the same skillet (without washing it) and cook onion for 1 minute. Add garlic and cook for just 30 seconds. Add chicken broth, lime juice, cilantro, red peppers flaked, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a gentle boil for 8-10 minutes or until liquid is reduced by ¼ cup.
Whisk in cream during the last minute. Turn off heat and return chicken to the sauce. Garnish with more cilantro. Serve with aside of steamed veggies or rice. Enjoy!

Serving Size: 4

Number of Servings: 3

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user ROCKICE.