Lemon Chicken with Best Lemon Butter Sauce: A Flavorful Delight
A delightful dish that perfectly combines the tanginess of lemon with rich butter flavors, creating a tantalizing experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper, and bring to a simmer.
- Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the lemon butter sauce over them.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and garlic for a few hours before cooking.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg