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Easy Golden Skillet Lemon Garlic Chicken with Herb Butter Sauce

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Golden Skillet Lemon Garlic Chicken with Herb Butter Sauce is a juicy pan-seared chicken dish simmered in a bright lemon garlic butter sauce with herbs and chicken broth for a rich, tangy finish.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  4. Remove chicken and set aside.
  5. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds in the same pan.
  6. Add chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping browned bits.
  7. Stir in butter until melted into sauce.
  8. Add lemon slices and simmer 1–2 minutes.
  9. Return chicken and spoon sauce over top.
  10. Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Do not overcook chicken to keep it juicy.
  • Deglazing the pan adds extra flavor.
  • Pairs well with rice or roasted vegetables.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American