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Easy Skillet Lemon Chicken That Impresses Every Time

Easy Skillet Lemon Chicken That Impresses Every Time

This Easy Skillet Lemon Chicken is juicy, tender, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor.Pan-seared to golden perfection and finished in a bright garlic-lemon sauce.Perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for guests.Simple ingredients, big flavor, and ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • Lemon slices for garnish

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
  2. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Remove chicken and set aside.
  6. In the same skillet sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  8. Stir in butter and return chicken to the skillet.
  9. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  10. Garnish with parsley and lemon slices before serving.

Notes

Recipe Notes (Single Lines)

Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for best flavor.
Pound thicker chicken breasts for even cooking.
Add a splash of cream for a richer sauce variation.
Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
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