Lemon Basil Chicken
Brighten up your dinner table with this zesty and aromatic Lemon Basil Chicken recipe—perfect for busy weeknights or an elegant dinner party. Tender, golden-browned chicken breasts are infused with the refreshing flavors of freshly squeezed lemon juice, fragrant basil, and a hint of garlic, all simmered in a luscious, buttery sauce. This one-pan wonder not only saves you time in the kitchen (ready in just 30 minutes!) but also delivers a gourmet taste that's sure to impress. Serve it over fluffy rice, buttery pasta, or your favorite roasted vegetables to soak up every drop of the vibrant sauce. Loaded with fresh ingredients and bold flavors, this easy chicken recipe is a must-try for lovers of citrusy, herbaceous dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the chicken broth, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the skillet. Stir well, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze and incorporate any browned bits.
Simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them.
Add the butter to the skillet and stir until melted and incorporated into the sauce.
Sprinkle the chopped fresh basil over the chicken and sauce. Cook for another 2 minutes to warm through.
Serve the Lemon Basil Chicken hot with a side of rice, pasta, or vegetables, spooning the sauce over the chicken for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1546 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.7 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 624 mg | 208% | |
| Sodium | 2051 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.1 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 219.5 g | 439% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2080 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.
