Lemon Chicken Recipe: Bright and Tangy
Classic Lemon Chicken with bright, tangy flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- Optional: Lemon slices fresh parsley
- Suggested Pairings: Rice white wine
Instructions
- Dredge chicken in flour, salt, and pepper.
- Heat oil and 1 tbsp butter in a skillet; cook chicken 4–5 minutes per side until 165°F.
- Melt 1 tbsp butter, cook garlic for 30 seconds. Add broth, lemon juice, zest, honey, mustard, and thyme. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
- Simmer sauce 3–5 minutes; return chicken, coat, and warm through.
- Serve on a white ceramic platter with lemon slices, parsley, rice, and wine.
Notes
- Use fresh lemons for the best flavor.
- Store in the fridge for 3 days or freeze for 2 months.
- Try gluten-free or creamy variations.
- Pair with roasted vegetables.