Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with a zesty lemon garlic butter sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Author:Olivia Clara
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Dish
Method:Baking and Sautéing
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 lemon, juiced and zested
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and pour the lemon garlic butter sauce over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the lemon garlic butter sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.
Serve with steamed vegetables or over rice for a complete meal.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.