Lemon Chicken With Lemon Butter Sauce Recipe
This Lemon Chicken with Lemon Butter Sauce is a flavorful, easy-to-make dish that bursts with bright, citrusy flavors and savory goodness. Made with tender chicken breast and a luscious lemon butter sauce, this recipe brings vibrant taste and satisfying richness to your dinner table. Perfect for a simple yet elegant meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-seared
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour, shaking off the excess.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken breasts until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Add chicken broth and lemon juice to the skillet, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and stir until the sauce is smooth.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm with lemon butter sauce drizzled over.
Notes
- For a creamier sauce, add a splash of heavy cream.
- Pairs well with rice, mashed potatoes, or a simple side salad.
- Make sure to pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for faster, even cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480 mg