ZESTY LEMON CHICKEN WITH GARLIC BUTTER SAUCE AND FRESH HERBS

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Lemon slices for garnish

Instructions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Cook the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the garlic for 30 seconds.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice. Stir well and let simmer for 3–4 minutes.

Step 6

Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top.

Step 7

Simmer for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices.

Step 9

Serve immediately with rice, roasted potatoes, pasta, or vegetables.

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