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Weeknight Lemon Chicken Breasts

Weeknight Lemon Chicken Breasts with Zesty Herb Sauce

Quick and easy Weeknight Lemon Chicken Breasts served with a zesty herb sauce that is a crowd-pleaser and gluten-free.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Ensure they're thawed for even cooking.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Essential seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper Essential seasoning.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Canola Oil Ideal for crispy texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Adds rich creaminess.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor infusion.
  • 1 medium Shallot Can be swapped with onion.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary Infuses sauce with herb notes.
  • 1 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour Thickens sauce.
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Homemade or store-bought.
  • 1 tablespoon Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice Brings a zesty kick.

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season chicken by patting dry with paper towels and sprinkling with kosher salt and black pepper. Let sit for about 5 minutes.
  2. Heat cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add canola oil and place chicken breasts in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Flip chicken, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for an additional 8 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove and keep warm.
  4. In the same skillet, add butter and melt. Add garlic, shallot, and rosemary, cooking for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Whisk in flour until smooth, then gradually pour in chicken stock, scraping the skillet. Increase heat slightly, bring to a boil, and simmer until sauce thickens (4-5 minutes).
  6. Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice and remaining butter. Return chicken to skillet to soak in flavors.
  7. Plate the chicken glistening in the lemon herb sauce and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Thaw frozen chicken before reheating.

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