Ingredients
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- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- lemon slices (for garnish)
Instructions
- Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Lightly dredge the chicken in flour for a delicate crust.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the chicken, cooking for 4–5 minutes per side until golden.
- Remove the cooked chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter and add minced garlic, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
- Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes, then return the chicken to the skillet.
- Spoon the sauce over the chicken and simmer together for another few minutes.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and lemon slices before serving.
Last Step:
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You can swap the chicken breasts for thighs if preferred.
Serve with rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg