Description
Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken is a delectable dish that marries the zesty brightness of lemon with the rich flavors of garlic and butter, creating a culinary experience that’s both comforting and impressive. This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, as it can be prepared in under an hour. Juicy chicken breasts soak up the savory butter sauce while roasting to golden perfection. Pair it with seasonal vegetables or fluffy rice for a complete meal that will leave your guests raving about your cooking skills. With minimal prep and simple steps, this recipe makes gourmet dining accessible to everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt unsalted butter. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in lemon juice and soy sauce; pour half over chicken in a baking dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Uncover, add chicken broth around edges, and bake for another 15 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve drizzled with remaining garlic butter sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 125mg