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Lemon Chicken Recipe

A simple and delicious lemon chicken recipe perfect for any meal.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts boneless, skinless
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 lemon Lemon juiced and zested
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped

Instructions 

  1. 1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. 2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  3. 3. In the same skillet, add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Bring to a simmer.
  4. 4. Return chicken to the skillet and cook until the sauce has thickened and the chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  5. 5. Stir in butter and parsley. Serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

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Lemon Chicken
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