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One-Pan Lemon Garlic Chicken | Quick & Flavorful 30-Minute Recipe


  • Author: Hannah

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp garlic powder

Salt & pepper to taste

For the Lemon Garlic Sauce:

3 tbsp butter

4 garlic cloves, minced

1 cup chicken broth

Juice of 2 lemons

1 tsp lemon zest

1 tsp Italian seasoning

1 tbsp honey

Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)


Instructions

Prepare the Chicken:

 

Season chicken breasts with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.

Make the Sauce:

3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir in Italian seasoning and honey.

5. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly reduced.

 

Combine & Simmer:

6. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).

7. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices.

 

Serve:

8. Serve hot with rice, roasted vegetables, or a side salad.