Lemon Chicken

Brighten your dinner table with this zesty and flavorful Lemon Chicken recipe! Perfectly pan-seared chicken breasts are coated in a light, golden crust and simmered in a tangy lemon-garlic sauce that’s both refreshing and deeply savory. Infused with fresh lemon zest and juice, this dish strikes the perfect balance between citrusy acidity and comforting richness, thanks to a buttery finish. Easy to make in under 40 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or casual dinner parties. Garnished generously with fresh parsley and thin lemon slices, this vibrant chicken dish pairs wonderfully with steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp green salad. Discover how this classic Lemon Chicken recipe brings bold flavors to your table with minimal effort!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 whole lemon
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Begin by zesting one lemon and juicing both lemons. Set aside the zest and juice separately.

Step 2

Slice the chicken breasts horizontally to create 8 thin pieces in total.

Step 3

In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, and black pepper. Dredge each chicken piece in the flour mixture, coating well.

Step 4

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add butter and let it melt.

Step 5

Add the chicken pieces to the skillet in batches, cooking for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

Step 6

Lower the heat to medium, add the chopped garlic to the skillet, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Bring the mixture to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

Step 8

Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for another 5 minutes, spooning the sauce over the chicken to ensure even coating.

Step 9

Once the sauce has slightly thickened, transfer the chicken to serving plates.

Step 10

Garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley and thin slices of the second lemon for a bright finish. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1251.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2115.1

Total Fat 77.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 657.4mg	0%
Sodium 3587.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 107.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 3.9g
Protein 233.9g	0%

Vitamin D 11.4IU	0%
Calcium 179.1mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 2394.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.9%

Protein: 45.3%

Carbs: 20.8%