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Golden seared lemon chicken breasts in a skillet with lemon slices and parsley.

Easy Lemon Chicken

Juicy seared chicken breasts simmered in a buttery lemon-garlic sauce, ready in 30 minutes using one skillet.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless , skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt , plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter , divided
  • 4 cloves garlic , minced
  • 3/4 cup halal chicken broth
  • 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley , chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Meat thermometer
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken dry, season with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour.
  2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add remaining butter and garlic; cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, and oregano. Scrape up browned bits.
  5. Simmer 4–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over top, and cook 2 more minutes.
  7. Garnish with parsley and serve.