Lemon Chicken
A flavorful and easy lemon chicken recipe with crispy seared chicken in a tangy lemon garlic sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts (sliced horizontally if using breasts)
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp ground black pepper
- 3 Tbsp olive oil (divided, 2 for searing, 1 for sauce)
- 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest (about 1 lemon)
- 1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Garnish
- to taste Lemon slices (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Trim excess fat and slice chicken if using breasts. Dredge chicken in flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 4-5 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to plate.
- Reduce heat, melt butter, and sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add broth, lemon juice, and zest. Simmer 2-3 minutes.
- Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over, and simmer 2-3 minutes. Garnish with parsley and lemon slices if desired.
Notes
Serve hot with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.