Here’s a simple and delicious Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken recipe for you:
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs if you prefer)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1-2 lemons)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tbsp Parmesan cheese (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions:
- Prep the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder on both sides.
- Cook the chicken:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. (Internal temperature should reach 165°F/75°C.)
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the garlic butter sauce:
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Let it melt, then add the minced garlic.
- Sauté the garlic for about 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not burnt.
- Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the pan. Stir to combine and scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Combine and finish:
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon some sauce over it, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, letting the chicken soak in the flavors.
- If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley before serving.
- Serve: Plate your chicken with the sauce and serve with sides like mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Enjoy this flavorful, garlicky dish! Let me know if you want to tweak the recipe or have other ideas to pair with it!