Skillet Lemon Butter Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
236 kcal
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Course
Dinner
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Skillet Lemon Butter Chicken
Description
Skillet Lemon Butter Chicken starts with thinly sliced chicken breasts seasoned and coated in flour to develop a light crust when pan-fried. The sauce is made in the same skillet by deglazing with chicken broth, then adding lemon juice and zest along with garlic for aromatic brightness. Heavy cream rounds out the sauce, giving it a smooth, rich texture that balances the acidity of the lemon. The chicken returns to the pan briefly to absorb the sauce flavors.
The flavor combines the subtle richness of butter and cream with fresh lemon brightness and savory garlic. The cooking method yields tender chicken with a golden crust, while the sauce thickens nicely to coat the meat.
This chicken dish can be served with simple sides such as steamed vegetables, rice, or potatoes. A sprinkle of fresh parsley provides a touch of color and freshness at the end.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup flour or Cornstarch
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 2 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
- lemon remove zest before squeezing a lemon, zest from 1 lemon
- 1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder or 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- parsley optional garnish, diced fresh
Instructions
- Sprinkle chicken breast with salt and pepper.
- Place flour in shallow dish. Dredge (cover) chicken in flour, making sure to evenly coat both sides of chicken.
- Heat butter and oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for approximately 4-5 minutes per side, or until it is golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from heat and place on a plate.
- Pour in chicken broth and stir with wooden spoon, trying to stir in the browned bits on the bottom of the pan. Stir in chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes, until it starts to thicken. Add heavy cream and continue to cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Taste sauce and add salt to taste.
- Place chicken breast back into pan and coat with sauce. Cook until heated through. Sprinkle with Italian parsley.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 236 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 236kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 70mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 617mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 317mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 287IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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