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Best Lemon Chicken Recipe

Best Lemon Chicken Recipe

Tender chicken cooked in a fresh lemon garlic sauce with a bright and savory flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rest 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken:
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts halved lengthwise
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Lemon Sauce:
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water slurry
  • Optional Garnish:
  • Fresh parsley chopped
  • Lemon slices

Instructions
 

  • Season and cook chicken until golden and cooked through.
  • Sauté garlic and add broth, lemon juice, and zest.
  • Add cornstarch slurry and cook until sauce thickens.
  • Stir in butter and return chicken to the pan.
  • Simmer briefly, garnish, and serve.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor
Do not overcook chicken
Adjust sauce thickness as needed
Serve immediately for the best taste