Lemon Chicken

This Lemon Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts that are perfectly pan-fried in a crispy Parmesan crust and then smothered in a tangy, buttery lemon garlic sauce. It's a simple and quick dish that comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights. The lemon butter sauce adds a burst of flavor to the chicken, creating a balanced and delicious meal that's both flavorful and satisfying.

Ingredients

• For the Parmesan Crusted Chicken:
  
  

  • 1 ½ lbs chicken breasts (2 large), patted dry with paper towels
    
    

  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)
    
    

  • 1 tbsp parsley (optional, for garnish)
    
    

  • ½ lemon, sliced (optional, for garnish)
    
    

• For the Egg Mixture:
  
  

  • 2 large eggs
    
    

  • 1 garlic clove, minced
    
    

  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning
    
    

  • ½ tsp salt
    
    

  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper
    
    

• For the Parmesan Breading Mixture:
  
  

  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
    
    

  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
    
    

• For the Lemon Butter Sauce:
  
  

  • 8 tbsp unsalted butter
    
    

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    
    

  • ¼ cup lemon juice
    
    

  • ¼ cup chicken broth
    
    

  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper
    
    

Directions

1. Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise and lightly beat with a meat mallet until even in thickness.
   
   

2. In a bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the egg mixture. In another bowl, combine the ingredients for the Parmesan mixture.
   
   

3. Dip the chicken into the egg mixture, then dredge it in the Parmesan mixture, allowing any excess to fall off.
   
   

4. Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until crispy, golden, and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165˚F.
   
   

5. While the chicken is cooking, melt butter in a separate saucepan. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
   
   

6. Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and pepper to the sauce and cook for about 2 minutes.
   
   

7. Once the chicken is cooked, pour the lemon butter sauce over the chicken and turn to coat.
   
   

8. Garnish with lemon slices and chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately.
   
   

Nutritional Value (per serving)

• Calories: 560 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 9g
  
  

• Protein: 46g
  
  

• Fat: 38g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 20g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 273mg
  
  

• Sodium: 1109mg
  
  

• Potassium: 738mg
  
  

• Fiber: 1g
  
  

• Sugar: 1g
  
  

• Vitamin A: 105 IU
  
  

• Vitamin C: 17mg
  
  

• Calcium: 322mg
  
  

• Iron: 2mg