Mrs C's Lemon Chicken
Experience the vibrant, zesty flavors of "Mrs. C's Lemon Chicken," a perfectly balanced dish that's as comforting as it is elegant. Tender, pan-seared chicken breasts are coated in a light golden crust, then bathed in a luscious lemon garlic sauce made with fresh lemon juice, honey, and a touch of zest for a tangy-sweet finish. This one-skillet recipe comes together in just 40 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights yet special enough for dinner parties. Garnished with fragrant parsley and lemon slices, this dish pairs beautifully with fluffy rice, al dente pasta, or a crisp green salad. Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistibly refreshing lemon chicken recipe!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cups chicken stock
- 0.25 cups fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 whole lemon slices (for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch thick.
Step 2
In a shallow bowl, mix the flour, salt, and black pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, shaking off the excess.
Step 3
Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Step 4
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Step 5
Pour the chicken stock into the skillet to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits. Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, and honey. Stir and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the skillet, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.
Step 7
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the lemon sauce over them. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to heat through and allow the chicken to absorb the flavors.
Step 8
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and lemon slices before serving.
Step 9
Serve warm with rice, pasta, or a fresh green salad on the side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1370.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2099.3 |
| Total Fat 80.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 678.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3157.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 96.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 38.6g | |
| Protein 236.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 11.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 173.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2179.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories