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February 11, 2020

Lemon Chicken Recipe (with Lemon Butter Sauce)

Name: Lemon Chicken with BEST Lemon Butter Sauce
Prep time: 18 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 people
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb chicken breast ((2 large)); 1 Tbsp olive oil (to sautee); 1 Tbsp parsley (to garnish (optional)); 1/2 lemon (sliced for garnish (optional)); 2 large eggs; 1 garlic clove (minced); 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp ground black pepper; 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated); 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour; 8 Tbsp butter; 2 garlic cloves (minced); 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1/4 cup chicken broth; 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

This parmesan-crusted Lemon Chicken Recipe is so EASY to make and completely ready in 30 minutes! The quick garlic and lemon butter sauce enhances the flavor of the chicken and adds so much flavor to the dish!

Homemade lemon chicken recipe in a skillet topped with a lemon butter sauce and fresh lemon slices then garnished with herbs.

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Lemon Chicken Recipe:

This dish is going to become a favorite chicken dinner recipe for BUSY evenings. The chicken breast is generously coated in parmesan and pan-fried to give it a crispy crust. The chicken is then smothered in a lemon butter sauce with garlic that adds so much flavor to the chicken.

We love easy 30-minute chicken recipes for busy weeknights and some of our go-to’s include Chicken Marsala, classic Chicken Parmesan and of course this easy lemon garlic chicken. With these recipes in your arsenal, you can make restaurant-quality meals for a fraction of the price of eating out.

Parmesan crusted chicken breast on a bed of mashed potatoes and zucchini in a lemon butter sauce topped with greens.

How to Make Lemon Chicken:

With just a few simple ingredients a few minutes of prep time, you can have yourself the most DELICIOUS crispy chicken breast in a buttery garlic lemon sauce!

Cut chicken in half lengthwise and beat with a meat mallet to an even thickness.
Prepare Egg Mixture – whisk together eggs, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Prepare Parmesan Mixture – in a separate bowl, mix together the parmesan cheese and flour.
Dredge the Chicken – coat in the egg mixture, then generously coat in parmesan mixture, shaking off excess.
Cook Chicken. Add oil to a hot skillet then add breaded chicken and cook 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and the internal temperature reads 165˚F with an Instant Read Thermometer.

Cook’s Tip – If the chicken crust begins to brown too quickly, reduce heat allowing the chicken to fully cook through.

Step-by-step collage instructions how to make lemon chicken with lemon butter sauce.

How to Make Lemon Butter Sauce:

This 5-minute EASY lemon butter sauce will become a staple in your home. The sauce is tangy from the fresh lemon and butter and the garlic just brings all the flavors together – SO GOOD!

For a quicker dinner, prepare the lemon sauce in a separate saucepan or skillet while the chicken is cooking. Then just pour the sauce over the chicken once it is cooked. Or, you can just cook the chicken, remove it from the skillet (cover to keep warm) and prepare the sauce in the same skillet, then add the chicken back.

Saute the garlic and butter until fragrant.
Whisk in the lemon juice, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, and pepper. Allow the sauce to cook over med heat for about 2 minutes.

NOTE: We love the fresh and tangy lemon flavor in this recipe. If you prefer a less lemony flavor, reduce the lemon juice.

Can I make this Ahead?

If you like to prep dinner in advance, slice the chicken and add it to the egg mixture, cover and refrigerate until you are ready for dinner. Allowing the chicken to marinate will result in a juicier and more tender chicken breast. Then, just continue with the remaining recipe instructions.

Can I make the Lemon Chicken without Parmesan Crust?

Yes! For a healthier option, completely omit the egg mixture and parmesan mixture. Slice the chicken breast and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Then, continue with the preparation of the sauce.

Substituting for Chicken Thighs?

This lemon chicken will work with chicken breast, chicken thighs, and even chicken tenderloins. You will want to prepare the recipe according to the instructions, the only difference will be in the cooking time. The cook time will depend on the size of the thighs, you want the internal temperature to reach 165F on an instant-read thermometer.

Adding Vegetables to the Chicken in Skillet:

Yes, you may definitely add vegetables to complete the dish. Asparagus, green beans, and zucchini will all go great with the lemon sauce and compliment the chicken.

Easy 30-minute Chicken Lemon on a plate with mashed potatoes and zucchini topped with lemon butter.

I can’t wait for you to give this simple chicken dinner recipe a try!

What Goes Well with Lemon Chicken?

The EASY chicken dish is completely ready in just 30 minutes and can be served with our Mashed Potatoes or your favorite pasta and it pairs well with Caesar Salad.

More Chicken Recipes to Try:

Chicken Cobb Salad – so easy with rotisserie chicken
Spatchcock Chicken – one-pan baked chicken dinner
Chicken Fried Rice – a great way to use leftovers
Chicken Carbonara- Olive Garden copycat recipe.
Tender Chicken Thighs- Easiest and juiciest baked tender thighs.

Lemon Chicken with BEST Lemon Butter Sauce

4.94 from 16 votes

Prep Time: 18 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Lemon chicken in lemon butter sauce in skillet garnished with lemon slices

This parmesan-crusted Lemon Chicken Recipe is easy and done in 30 minutes! The quick lemon butter sauce pairs so well with the chicken.

Author: Valentina Ablaev

Skill Level: Easy

Cost to Make: $8-$12

Keyword: lemon chicken

Cuisine: American

Course: Main Course

Calories: 560 kcal

Servings: 4 people

Ingredients

Ingredients for Parmesan Crusted Chicken:

1 1/2 lb chicken breast (2 large)
1 Tbsp olive oil to sautee
1 Tbsp parsley to garnish (optional)
1/2 lemon sliced for garnish (optional)

For the Egg Mixture:

2 large eggs
1 garlic clove minced
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper

For the Parmesan Breading Mixture:

1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
3 Tbsp all-purpose flour

Ingredients for Lemon Butter Sauce:

8 Tbsp butter
2 garlic cloves minced
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 tsp ground black pepper

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Instructions

Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise. Lightly beat with a meat mallet until even in thickness.
In a bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the egg mixture. In another bowl, combine the ingredients for the parmesan mixture. Dip chicken into the egg mixture, then dredge chicken in the parmesan mixture. Allow any excess ingredients to fall off from each bowl.
In a large skillet, heat enough oil to cover the bottom of a skillet. Once hot, add the chicken and cook 4-5 minutes per side, or until crispy, golden and cooked through to 165˚F on an Instant Read Thermometer. Reduce the heat if chicken browns too quickly.
Meanwhile, in a separate saucepan, melt butter and garlic, cook until fragrant. Add the chicken broth, lemon juice and pepper. Allow the sauce to cook for about 2 minutes. Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken, turning to coat. Garnish with lemon slices and finely chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Lemon Chicken with BEST Lemon Butter Sauce

Amount Per Serving

Calories 560 Calories from Fat 342

% Daily Value*

Fat 38g58%

Saturated Fat 20g125%

Cholesterol 273mg91%

Sodium 1109mg48%

Potassium 738mg21%

Carbohydrates 9g3%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 46g92%

Vitamin A 1105IU22%

Vitamin C 17mg21%

Calcium 322mg32%

Iron 2mg11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Valentina Ablaev

I am Valentina, the creator behind the food blog Valentina’s Corner where I share our family’s favorite recipes. When I am not in the kitchen, I enjoy spending quality time with my husband and 5 children. We invite you to join us on our blogging journey!