Sauteed Chicken Breasts with Lemon and Sherry
Elevate your weeknight dinner with these Sauteed Chicken Breasts with Lemon and Sherry—a quick yet elegant dish bursting with flavor. Tender, golden-brown chicken breasts are lightly dredged in a seasoned flour mixture, pan-seared to perfection, and bathed in a luscious sauce of dry sherry, zesty lemon, and savory garlic. This one-pan recipe is simple to prepare, taking just 35 minutes from start to finish, making it the perfect solution for busy evenings. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and herbaceousness, this entree pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, a crisp salad, or creamy mashed potatoes. Ideal for both family dinners and special occasions, this refined dish is sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Dry sherry
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound them to an even thickness, approximately 1/2 inch thick.
Step 2
In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
Step 4
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the butter and olive oil.
Step 5
Once the butter has melted and the mixture is hot, add the chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Step 6
Lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
Step 7
Add the sherry to the skillet, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom. Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off.
Step 8
Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the skillet. Stir to combine and simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Step 9
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the chicken to heat through and absorb the flavors.
Step 10
Sprinkle the fresh parsley over the chicken before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1030.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1797.4 |
| Total Fat 63.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 23.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 653.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3166.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 54.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.3g | |
| Protein 224.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 138.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2116.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories