Homebasic Lemon Chicken
Transform dinnertime with this Homebasic Lemon Chicken, a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s as simple as it is satisfying. Featuring tender, golden pan-seared chicken breasts coated in a luscious, tangy lemon-garlic sauce, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between zesty and savory. With just a handful of staple ingredients like fresh lemons, garlic, olive oil, and chicken broth, you'll create a 30-minute one-pan masterpiece that feels both comforting and elevated. Ideal for busy weeknights or when you want to impress dinner guests, this dish pairs beautifully with sides like rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad. Garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, this easy lemon chicken recipe promises to become a family favorite. Perfect for those searching for quick, healthy, and flavorful chicken dinner ideas!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 2 whole Lemon
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness (about 1/2 inch) for even cooking.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Zest one lemon and set the zest aside. Then, juice both lemons and reserve the juice for later.
In a shallow dish, dredge the chicken breasts in the all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess flour.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Lower the heat to medium. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to deglaze and incorporate any browned bits.
Stir in the reserved lemon zest and simmer the sauce for 4-5 minutes, allowing it to reduce slightly.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet to warm them through, spooning the lemon sauce over the chicken for additional flavor. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve hot. This dish pairs perfectly with rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1844 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.4 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.2 g | 131% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 638 mg | 213% | |
| Sodium | 3575 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.0 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | ||
| Protein | 220.7 g | 441% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 442 mg | 9% | |
*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.
