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Lemon Chicken with BEST Lemon Butter Sauce

A delightful main course featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy Parmesan crust, complemented by a zesty lemon butter sauce.
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Prep Time 18 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 560
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb chicken breast Use two large breasts, patted dry with paper towels for the best texture.
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil Used to sauté the chicken.
  • 1 Tbsp parsley Optional garnish.
  • 2 large eggs Essential for coating the chicken.
  • 1 clove garlic Minced for flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning Adds depth to the flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp salt Enhances flavors.
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper Offers a subtle kick.
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese Grated for a crispy crust.
  • 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour Helps bind the coating.
  • 8 Tbsp unsalted butter Provides richness in the sauce.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced for the sauce.
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice Freshly squeezed for acidity.
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth Adds depth to the sauce.
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper For seasoning in the sauce.

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise and pound them to an even thickness.
  2. Create Coatings: Whisk together eggs in one bowl and combine Parmesan cheese, flour, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook each piece of breaded chicken for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Make the Sauce: Melt butter in another saucepan, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add lemon juice, chicken broth, and ground black pepper.
  5. Combine & Garnish: Pour the lemon butter sauce over the chicken and garnish with parsley and lemon slices if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 560kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 46gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 273mgSodium: 1109mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

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