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Easy Lemon Chicken

Easy Lemon Chicken

The ultimate comfort food, Easy Lemon Chicken is a bright and zesty dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. With tender chicken breasts enveloped in a creamy lemon sauce, this recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings. Make it tonight and experience the deliciousness!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 340

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Flour for dredging
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter divided
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice plus zest of 1/2 lemon
  • Chopped fresh parsley optional, to taste

Equipment

  • Lemon zester

Method
 

  1. Cut your chicken breasts in half lengthwise so you have thinner cutlets. Sprinkle them with salt & pepper and the garlic powder. Dredge them in flour so they're nicely coated.
  2. Add the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter to a skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the chicken cutlets and cook them for 4-5 minutes/side or until they’re nice and golden. Take them out of the pan and set aside.
  3. Add the chicken broth, lemon juice + zest, and remaining butter to the pan and let it bubble for a couple of minutes.
  4. Add the chicken back in and cook for another few minutes until it's cooked through and the sauce is further reduced. Season with salt & pepper as needed and sprinkle the fresh parsley over top if using.

Notes

  • Tip 1: If you buy particularly small chicken breasts, you can skip the step of cutting them in half lengthwise – just ensure they’re cooked through.