Lovely Lemon Chicken

Lemon Chicken is a zesty and savory dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a tangy lemon garlic sauce, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal. This recipe is versatile and can be paired with various side dishes to create a well-rounded dinner.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings People

Ingredients

4 large chicken breasts boneless, skinless
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup butter
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice about 2-3 lemons
1 tbsp lemon zest
2 cloves garlic minced
salt to taste
pepper to taste
1/4 bunch parsley chopped
1 large lemon sliced

Instructions

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
4 large chicken breasts, salt, pepper
Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off any excess.
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
2 tbsp olive oil
Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
1/4 cup butter, 2 cloves garlic
Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
1 cup chicken broth, 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
Stir in the lemon zest.
1 tbsp lemon zest
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet.
Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for about 10-15 minutes, or until cooked through and the sauce has slightly thickened.
Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices before serving.
1/4 bunch parsley, 1 large lemon

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