Lemon Chicken with BEST Lemon Butter Sauce
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Lemon Chicken with BEST Lemon Butter Sauce, a quick and satisfying dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe combines tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy parmesan crust, drizzled with zesty lemon butter sauce—a symphony of taste that is sure to impress your family and friends. In just 30 minutes, you can create a meal bursting with flavor that’s ideal for any occasion, from casual dinners to festive gatherings. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a complete, gourmet dining experience at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lb chicken breast (2 large), patted dry
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 8 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat with olive oil.
- Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise and pound to even thickness.
- In one bowl, whisk eggs; in another, mix Parmesan cheese, flour, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge each chicken piece first in the egg mixture and then in the Parmesan mixture.
- Cook the chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (165ËšF).
- For the sauce, melt butter in a separate saucepan; add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in lemon juice and chicken broth; simmer for two minutes.
- Pour sauce over cooked chicken; garnish with parsley and lemon slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (about 200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 160mg