Bright, zesty, and irresistibly easy to prepare, Joan’s Simple Lemon Chicken delivers bold flavor with minimal effort, making it the perfect recipe for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Tender, seared chicken breasts are bathed in a luscious pan sauce made with freshly squeezed lemon juice, fragrant garlic, and a hint of thyme, creating a meal that’s both comforting and fresh. With just 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cook time, this dish is a testament to the power of simple, wholesome ingredients. Garnished with vibrant parsley and served alongside sides like roasted potatoes or steamed vegetables, this healthy and flavorful chicken recipe will quickly become a family favorite. Whether you're seeking a quick meal for busy evenings or a light, citrusy main dish, Joan’s Simple Lemon Chicken has it all!
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Begin by preparing the chicken. Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch, to ensure even cooking.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Zest one of the lemons and then juice both. Reserve the juice and zest for later use.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the hot skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring continuously to prevent burning.
Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the skillet. Stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet. Sprinkle the thyme leaves over the chicken.
Cover the skillet and let the chicken simmer on low heat for 15 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle fresh parsley over the chicken for garnish.
Serve the lemon chicken with your choice of side dishes, such as steamed vegetables, roasted potatoes, or rice.
Serving size | (1121.2g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1601.3 |
Total Fat 67.5g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 13.5g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g | |
Cholesterol 591.6mg | 0% |
Sodium 3439.9mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 17.0g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 4.2g | 0% |
Total Sugars 3.5g | |
Protein 221.4g | 0% |
Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
Calcium 164.2mg | 0% |
Iron 8.8mg | 0% |
Potassium 2273.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories