Lemon Chicken
Bright, zesty, and bursting with flavor, this Lemon Chicken recipe is the ultimate balance of tangy citrus and savory goodness. Tender, pan-seared chicken breasts are coated in a light, golden crust and smothered in a velvety lemon garlic sauce, infused with the richness of chicken broth and butter. With the fresh zing of lemon zest and juice, paired with aromatic garlic and a sprinkle of parsley, this dish is as vibrant as it is comforting. Ready in under 40 minutes, it’s perfect for an elegant dinner or a quick weeknight meal. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or fluffy rice for a complete, show-stopping plate. Keywords: lemon chicken recipe, tangy chicken, easy skillet chicken, lemon garlic sauce, quick dinner recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 whole lemon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Begin by zesting one lemon and juicing both lemons. Set aside the zest and juice separately.
Slice the chicken breasts horizontally to create 8 thin pieces in total.
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, and black pepper. Dredge each chicken piece in the flour mixture, coating well.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add butter and let it melt.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet in batches, cooking for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium, add the chopped garlic to the skillet, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Bring the mixture to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for another 5 minutes, spooning the sauce over the chicken to ensure even coating.
Once the sauce has slightly thickened, transfer the chicken to serving plates.
Garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley and thin slices of the second lemon for a bright finish. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2115 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.7 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.3 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 657 mg | 219% | |
| Sodium | 3588 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.5 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 233.9 g | 468% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 179 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 2395 mg | 51% | |
*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.
