Lemon Chicken

20-Minute Skillet Sensation

Crispy-seared lemon garlic chicken in one pan with a quick, glossy pan sauce.

Lemon Chicken

Prep: 5 min Cook: 15 min Total: 20 min Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb chicken (thin-sliced breasts or cutlets)
• 1 tsp kosher salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1.5 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• Juice of 1 lemon, plus slices to finish
• 2 tsp chopped parsley or thyme

Directions

1. Pat chicken dry; season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high; sear chicken 2–3 minutes per side until golden and just cooked; remove.
3. Lower heat to medium; add butter and garlic; cook 30 seconds, then add broth and lemon juice; simmer 1–2 minutes.
4. Return chicken to pan; spoon sauce over 1–2 minutes; finish with herbs and lemon slices.

One Pan Under 30 Minutes High Protein

Pro tip: Use thin cutlets or butterfly thick breasts for even, quick cooking; rest 2 minutes before slicing to keep juices in.

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