Description
This skillet-based Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken is a perfect weeknight solution, offering a restaurant-quality meal in under thirty minutes. By searing the chicken to a golden brown and finishing it in a velvety, citrus-forward sauce, you achieve a dish that balances rich, aromatic fats with bright acidity. It is a foolproof method that ensures tender, juicy poultry every time, making it an excellent centerpiece for healthy, flavorful dinners served alongside your favorite grains or steamed vegetables.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 tbsp unsalted grass-fed butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt to taste
Cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
Season chicken breasts thoroughly with salt and cracked black pepper on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
Place chicken into the hot skillet and sear for 5-7 minutes without moving it to ensure a golden crust.
Flip the chicken pieces and cook for another 5 minutes until an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit is reached.
Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate while keeping it warm.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up the browned bits from the pan.
Whisk in the butter until melted and the sauce turns into a velvety emulsion.
Return the chicken to the pan to coat in the sauce and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
Ensure chicken breasts are pounded to an even thickness to guarantee uniform cooking times. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Summer Desserts
- Method: Pan Searing
- Cuisine: American-Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 125mg