Description

A comforting yet elegant dish featuring golden-seared chicken breasts simmered in a rich, tangy lemon butter sauce. Perfect for both weeknight dinners and dinner parties.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
2 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup chicken broth
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Optional: lemon slices for garnish

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Instructions

Pat chicken breasts dry. Season with salt and pepper, then lightly dredge in flour.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a plate.
Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet, then stir in garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Scrape up any browned bits and bring to a simmer.
Return chicken to the skillet. Cover and cook another 4–5 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices. Serve with rice, pasta, or veggies.

Notes

Swap chicken breasts for thighs if preferred; adjust cook time accordingly.
For a thicker sauce, let it simmer uncovered or whisk in a cornstarch slurry.
Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor impact.