Description

This Lemon Chicken with Lemon Butter Sauce recipe is a delightful combination of savory and tangy flavors. Juicy chicken breasts are coated in a flavorful flour mixture, pan-seared to perfection, and then smothered in a luscious lemon butter sauce. A touch of cream adds richness to the sauce, making it a luxurious dish that’s perfect for a special dinner or a family meal.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (pounded to even thickness)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil

For the Lemon Butter Sauce:

2 tbsp unsalted butter (divided)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
1 tsp lemon zest
1/3 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
lemon slices for garnish

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Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: In a shallow bowl, mix flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge chicken breasts in the flour mixture, coating both sides and shaking off excess.
Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
Make the Lemon Butter Sauce: Reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Simmer for 2–3 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for another 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Finish the Dish: Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top. Simmer for 2 more minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices.

Notes

Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, or steamed veggies.
For a lighter version, use half-and-half or evaporated milk instead of cream.
This dish also works well with chicken thighs.