Description
Lemon Butter Chicken is a quick and delightful dish that perfectly balances the zesty brightness of fresh lemon with the rich creaminess of butter. This easy recipe features tender chicken breasts simmered in a luscious garlic-lemon sauce, making it an ideal choice for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. In just under 30 minutes, you can serve a restaurant-quality meal that will impress your family and friends alike. Pair it with steamed vegetables or fluffy rice to soak up the delicious sauce, and enjoy the symphony of flavors in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 2 lemons
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Place chicken in the skillet and cook for approximately 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Squeeze lemon juice and add zest during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Remove from heat, let rest for a few minutes, then serve garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 120mg