Lemon Garlic Chicken Skillet

Lemon Garlic Chicken Skillet

Author: Calvin Rourke Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 2 servings Category: DINNER

Description

A friendly, weeknight-winning dish that combines bright lemon, savory garlic, and seared chicken in one pan for an easy, flavorful meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.3 lbs)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
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Instructions

  1. 1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season with a pinch of salt. Set aside for 5 minutes.
  2. 2. Mix flour, lemon pepper seasoning, and black pepper in a shallow bowl. Dredge chicken in the mixture, shaking off excess.
  3. 3. Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and tent with foil.
  4. 4. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 20–30 seconds. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan.
  5. 5. Stir in butter and lemon juice, simmer the sauce for 1–2 minutes until slightly reduced.
  6. 6. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and reheat for 1–2 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and serve warm.