Description
Juicy pan-seared chicken in a zesty lemon-garlic sauce with a hint of honey—bright, savory, and ready in 30 minutes!
Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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¼ cup chicken broth
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¼ cup fresh lemon juice
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1 tablespoon honey (for balance)
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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Fresh parsley, chopped
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Lemon slices
Instructions
1. Season and Sear the Chicken
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Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
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Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
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Add the chicken and sear for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
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Transfer chicken to a plate and cover loosely with foil.
2. Make the Lemon Garlic Sauce
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In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add the minced garlic.
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Cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant—avoid burning.
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Pour in the chicken broth, lemon juice, honey, and Italian seasoning.
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Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
3. Finish the Dish
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Return the seared chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top.
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Simmer for 3–4 minutes to allow flavors to meld and chicken to reheat.
4. Garnish and Serve
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Remove from heat.
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Garnish with chopped parsley and fresh lemon slices for a pop of color and citrusy aroma.
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Serve hot with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
This lemon garlic chicken recipe is perfect for meal prep, easy weeknight dinners, or light entertaining. Its simplicity makes it a go-to in any season—and the zesty sauce is so good you’ll want to drizzle it on everything.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American