Description
This Easy Lemon Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken cutlets cooked to golden perfection in a buttery lemon sauce. Infused with subtle garlic and fresh lemon zest, it’s a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Flour for dredging
Cooking
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Zest of 1/2 lemon
- Chopped fresh parsley, optional, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create thinner cutlets. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Dredge each cutlet in flour, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Cook the chicken cutlets: Heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken cutlets and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the lemon sauce: Into the same skillet, add the chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, and the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Let the mixture bubble and reduce for a couple of minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Finish cooking and serve: Return the chicken cutlets to the skillet, cooking for a few more minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens more. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and garlic powder for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best bright, tangy flavor.
- You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a lighter taste.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or over rice or pasta to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Ensure not to overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken to get a nice golden crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: easy lemon chicken, lemon chicken recipe, stovetop chicken, quick chicken dinner, chicken with lemon sauce
