Description
This Easy Lemon Chicken recipe is perfect for a quick, flavorful dinner. In just 30 minutes, you’ll have tender, golden chicken with a bright, zesty lemon-garlic sauce that pairs well with rice, pasta, or veggies. Ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour, shaking off excess.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 1 minute. Add chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon slices, and oregano. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until reduced.
- Combine and Serve: Return chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over it. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
- Serve with rice, pasta, or steamed veggies for a complete meal.
- Swap chicken breasts with thighs for a richer flavor.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, use cornstarch instead of flour.
- This dish is best with fresh lemon juice and zest!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Easy Lemon Chicken, quick dinner, lemon chicken recipe, chicken dinner