Description
Lemon Chicken with Lemon Butter Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful dish that transforms tender chicken breasts into a culinary delight. The zesty lemon and rich butter sauce create a perfect balance of brightness and depth that will elevate any dining experience. This quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, ensuring you impress your family and guests alike. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside a crisp salad to complete this delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth and lemon juice; bring to a simmer.
- Place chicken in the baking dish and pour the lemon mixture over it. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- In the skillet, melt additional butter and stir in parsley to create sauce.
- Serve chicken with sauce drizzled on top.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and herbs overnight.
Substitute chicken with fish or shrimp for a different twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 110mg