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Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, mix 1/4 cup of flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
- Dredge the chicken breasts in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top.
- Simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has slightly thickened and the chicken is heated through.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
- Serve the Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken hot with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!
Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken is a classic dish that originated in Mediterranean cuisine. This flavorful and aromatic dish features tender chicken cooked in a rich and creamy lemon garlic butter sauce. Renowned chefs like Ina Garten and Gordon Ramsay have popularized their own versions of this dish, adding their unique twists to the traditional recipe. The dish is often associated with the coastal regions of Italy and Greece, where fresh lemons and garlic are abundant. The key to a perfect Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken lies in the balance of tangy lemon, pungent garlic, and rich butter, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. For the best version of this dish, visit authentic Italian or Greek restaurants known for their expertise in Mediterranean cuisine. The most important elements of the recipe are using high-quality chicken, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic garlic to achieve the perfect balance of flavors. Additionally, a famous alternative method for making this dish involves grilling the chicken and then smothering it in a luscious lemon garlic butter sauce, adding a delightful smoky flavor to the dish.
40 min
4
350 calories
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