Lemon Butter Chicken
Tender, golden-brown chicken thighs bathed in a rich and velvety lemon butter sauce—this Lemon Butter Chicken recipe is the ultimate comfort food with a bright, zesty twist! Perfectly seasoned and seared chicken is simmered in a luscious blend of garlic, cream, chicken broth, and fresh lemon juice, creating a harmonious balance of savory and tangy flavors. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, this one-skillet dish is both elegant and easy to make, ready in just 45 minutes. Whether you're serving it over fluffy rice, buttery pasta, or tender roasted vegetables, this creamy Lemon Butter Chicken promises to be a restaurant-quality meal you'll want to make again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Season the chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken thighs skin-side down. Cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until the skin is golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the chicken broth to the skillet, scraping the bottom to deglaze and release browned bits. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest, and mix until combined.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).
Remove the lid, stir in the chopped parsley, and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve the chicken hot with the creamy lemon butter sauce drizzled over the top. Pair with rice, pasta, or vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3398 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 295.7 g | 379% | |
| Saturated Fat | 120.0 g | 600% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1093 mg | 364% | |
| Sodium | 3752 mg | 163% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 167.5 g | 335% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 189 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 2067 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.
