Delicious Chicken Lemone
Brighten up your dinner table with this tantalizing recipe for Delicious Chicken Lemone, a quick and elegant dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Juicy, pan-seared chicken breasts are coated in a light, golden crust and simmered in a zesty lemon and garlic sauce, enriched with a touch of buttery smoothness. The vibrant combination of fresh parsley and lemon slices not only enhances the dish visually but also adds a fresh, citrusy aroma that will have your taste buds dancing. With just 15 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking, this skillet meal transforms simple ingredients like chicken broth, olive oil, and pantry staples into a restaurant-quality dinner. Ideal when paired with steamed veggies, a side of rice, or delicate pasta, this crowd-pleasing lemon chicken recipe is as versatile as it is irresistible!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 0.25 cups fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 slices lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the chicken by pounding the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch to ensure even cooking.
In a shallow dish or plate, mix the flour, salt, and black pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent it from burning.
Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to deglaze the pan and release any browned bits. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the chicken to stay juicy.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chicken with chopped parsley for a fresh, herbaceous finish.
Serve the Chicken Lemone hot, garnished with lemon slices if desired. Pair it with steamed vegetables, rice, or a light pasta for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1876 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.4 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.4 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 654 mg | 218% | |
| Sodium | 2958 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.1 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 225.5 g | 451% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2055 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
