Lemon Garlic Chicken Skillet
Savor the zesty magic of this Lemon Garlic Chicken Skillet—a quick and flavorful meal made in one pan! Perfectly seared chicken breasts are bathed in a buttery garlic-lemon sauce, delivering a restaurant-worthy dish in under 30 minutes. Simple, satisfying, and full of fresh flavor!
Ingredients
- Two boneless skinless chicken breasts weighing around 1.3 lbs in total ($6.79).
- 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour just $0.02
- Just 1 tablespoon of lemon pepper seasoning which costs around $.30.
- tablespoon of cooking oil just $0.04
- 1 clove garlic minced ($0.08)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth $0.07
- 1 Tbsp butter $0.14
- 1 tsp lemon juice $0.02
- 1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley optional ($0.10)
- 1/8 tsp freshly cracked black pepper $0.02
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken
- Using a sharp knife, carefully slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create thin cutlets. Alternatively, you can use pre-sliced thin-cut chicken breasts.
Season the Chicken
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour and lemon pepper seasoning. Generously coat both sides of each chicken piece with the flour mixture, rubbing it in to ensure full coverage.
Sear the Chicken
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a splash of cooking oil. Once hot, place the seasoned chicken into the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes per side, or until each piece is golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer the chicken to a clean plate and cover it to keep warm.
Make the Sauce Base
- In the same skillet, add the butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute, until the garlic is fragrant.
Deglaze and Simmer
- Pour in the chicken broth and whisk well, scraping up the flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Stir in the lemon juice and let the sauce simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, until it slightly thickens.
- Taste and add a pinch of salt if needed.
Finish and Serve
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the lemon garlic sauce over the top, and warm through for a couple of minutes.
- Garnish with freshly cracked black pepper and chopped parsley for a fresh touch.
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 310 kcal |
| Fat | 18g |
| Saturated Fat | 6g |
| Protein | 28g |
| Carbohydrates | 7g |
| Fiber | 0.5g |
| Sugar | 0.7g |
| Cholesterol | 90mg |
| Sodium | 520mg |
Note: Nutrition values are estimates and may vary depending on the brand and type of ingredients used.