Lemon Chicken with Best Lemon Butter Sauce: A Savory Delight
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Lemon Chicken served with the best lemon butter sauce. A perfect dish for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Mix flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Dredge chicken breasts in the mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth and lemon juice, bringing to a simmer. Return chicken to the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a richer sauce, consider adding a splash of white wine.
- Pair with steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg