Garlic Lemon Chicken Skillet
Garlic Lemon Chicken Skillet is a quick and flavorful weeknight dish that transforms tender chicken breasts into a culinary delight. The vibrant garlic-lemon sauce elevates the meal, making it perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can create a dish that not only satisfies but keeps everyone coming back for more. Simple yet impressive, this one-pan recipe is bound to become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on the counter for easy access.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for one minute until fragrant.
- Add lemon juice and chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Simmer for about five minutes until slightly reduced.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, and simmer together for a few more minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg