Skillet chicken breasts with lemon garlic butter sauce

Lemon Garlic Chicken

Quick skillet chicken breasts in a bright lemon, garlic, and butter pan sauce.

By Recipes Editorial Team Published

Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
Calories
310 kcal

Ingredients

4 servings

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. Sear the chicken 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

  3. Lower the heat to medium. Melt the butter, then stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

  4. Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice and simmer 2 to 3 minutes to reduce slightly.

  5. Return the chicken to the pan and spoon the sauce over it. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Per serving, estimated.

Calories
310 kcal
Protein
36g
Carbs
3g
Fat
17g
Fiber
0g

Tips

  • Pound the breasts to an even thickness for even cooking.
  • Use fresh lemon juice, not bottled, for the best flavor.

Variations

  • Add lemon zest for a stronger citrus note.
  • Swap chicken breasts for thighs.

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