Skillet Lemon Chicken

Total Time

30 min

Preparation Time

10 min

Cooking Time

20 min

26

Ingredients (4 Servings)

  • 4 boneless chicken breasts (or thighs)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)

  • ½ cup chicken broth

  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice

  • 1 tsp lemon zest

  • 1 tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning / oregano

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)

  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (optional, for thick sauce)

Directions

Step 1: Season Chicken

  • Pat chicken dry.

  • Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.

Step 2: Sear Chicken

  • Heat olive oil + 1 tbsp butter in a skillet.

  • Add chicken and cook 5–6 minutes per side until golden.

  • Remove and keep aside.

Step 3: Make Lemon Garlic Sauce

  • In the same skillet, add remaining butter.

  • Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.

  • Add chicken broth + lemon juice + lemon zest.

  • (Optional) Add flour slurry for thicker sauce.

Step 4: Simmer

  • Add chicken back to skillet.

  • Cover and simmer 6–8 minutes until cooked through.

Step 5: Finish

  • Sprinkle parsley and serve hot.

✅ Chicken is done when internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F).

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320 kcal

  • Protein: 35 g

  • Carbohydrates: 4 g

  • Fat: 18 g

  • Fiber: 0.5 g

  • Sodium: ~480 mg