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Lemon Chicken with BEST Lemon Butter Sauce

Lemon Chicken with BEST Lemon Butter Sauce
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Lemon Chicken with BEST Lemon Butter Sauce is a quick and delightful dish that transforms your weeknight dinner into a special occasion! This recipe features juicy, crispy chicken breasts coated in a parmesan crust, bathed in a rich lemon butter sauce that balances zesty and savory flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy evenings when you want something satisfying yet impressive. Serve it with your favorite sides for a meal that will leave your family asking for seconds. With its eye-catching presentation and mouthwatering taste, this lemon chicken dish is sure to become a new favorite in your home!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 lb chicken breast
  • 8 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 Tbsp parsley (to garnish – optional)
  • 1/2 lemon (sliced for garnish – optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken by cutting breasts in half lengthwise and pounding to an even thickness.
  2. In one bowl, whisk eggs; in another, combine grated Parmesan cheese with flour, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dredge the chicken in the egg mixture followed by the Parmesan mixture until well-coated.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F).
  5. For the sauce, melt butter in a separate saucepan with minced garlic; add lemon juice and chicken broth, simmering for 2 minutes.
  6. Pour the lemon butter sauce over the cooked chicken and garnish as desired.

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