Description
This Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce is a smooth, zesty, and creamy sauce perfect for pasta, chicken, shrimp, or roasted vegetables. It’s quick, beginner-friendly, and adds a bright, comforting flavor to any dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan (optional)
Instructions
- Melt butter in a saucepan and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Slowly add cream, then stir in lemon juice, zest, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently until thickened.
- Remove from heat, stir in parsley and Parmesan if using, then serve immediately.
Notes
- Perfect for pasta, chicken, shrimp, or drizzling over roasted vegetables. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheat gently.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins