Description

Succulent chicken breasts seared and simmered in a zesty lemon-garlic butter sauce. This comforting, flavorful meal is perfect for any occasion, bringing everyone back to the dinner table.

Ingredients

Scale

6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 tablespoons butter (or olive oil)
5 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and thyme. Let them marinate to absorb more flavor.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Place the chicken in the skillet and cook 6-7 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
Pour in lemon juice and zest, stirring to coat the chicken. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly.
Serve the chicken garnished with fresh parsley and spoon the sauce over the top. Pair with your favorite sides like rice, vegetables, or salad.

Notes

For an extra zing, toss in a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic. Marinate the chicken ahead for deeper flavor, and remember this dish makes great leftovers too!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
Calories: 250
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 4.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 5.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 1g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: garlic lemon butter chicken, chicken breast recipe, skillet chicken, quick chicken dinner