Lemon Chicken with Lemon Butter Sauce Recipe
A delightful recipe for Lemon Chicken with a tangy Lemon Butter Sauce that is quick to prepare but packed with flavor. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Lemon Butter Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for sauce)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- Lemon slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Pound and Season Chicken: Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness. Season with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
- Make Sauce: In the same skillet, add garlic, then pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, zest, and Italian seasoning. Simmer until slightly reduced. Stir in remaining butter until smooth.
- Finish Dish: Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer briefly. Garnish with parsley and lemon slices. Serve warm.
Notes
- Serve over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes to enjoy the flavorful sauce.
- For added brightness, consider adding capers or a splash of white wine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
