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lemon butter chicken

Lemon Butter Chicken: 8 Steps to Zesty Perfection

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A flavorful lemon butter chicken dish that is quick to prepare.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  4. Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  5. Place chicken breasts in a baking dish.
  6. Pour lemon butter mixture over the chicken.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with rice or vegetables.
  • Adjust lemon juice according to taste.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

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