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Lemon Chicken Recipe

The Lemon Chicken Recipe may be a shinning and lively dish that combines delicate chicken with a tart lemon sauce. Culminate for weeknight meals or casual engaging, this dish equalizations savory and citrus flavors delightfully. It’s light, reviving, and sets well with rice, vegetables, or pasta for a total and fulfilling dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired, Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • Fresh parsley

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then lightly dredge in flour.
  2. Heat oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add broth, lemon juice, honey, and zest. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly reduced.
  4. Return chicken to pan and coat with sauce. Simmer 2 more minutes.
  5. Rest briefly, garnish with parsley, and serve. Enjoy your Lemon Chicken Recipe!