Easy and Succulent Lemon Butter Chicken
A simple, flavorful chicken dish coated in a rich, buttery lemon sauce that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: If the chicken breasts are thick, slice them in half or pound them to an even thickness.
- Season the chicken: Sprinkle both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika for a flavorful base.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, add butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Deglaze the pan: Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the pan: Add the seared chicken back into the skillet and let it simmer in the sauce for another 3-4 minutes until fully cooked.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with lemon slices for extra brightness.