Name: Lemon Butter Chicken: Easy One-Pan Delight
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 pieces Bone-in skin-on chicken thighs (Can substitute with chicken breasts for a leaner option.); 1 teaspoon Salt (Adjust to taste.); 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper (Freshly cracked is best.); 1 teaspoon Garlic powder (Fresh garlic can be used for a sharper taste.); 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning (Any dried herb mix can be substituted.); 2 tablespoons Olive oil (Avocado oil can be used.); 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (Can use ghee for a dairy-free option.); 4 cloves Garlic (minced) (Use more for stronger flavor.); 1 cup Chicken broth (Vegetable broth can be a substitute.); 1/4 cup Fresh lemon juice (Fresh is best.); 1 teaspoon Lemon zest (Avoid zesting the bitter white pith.); 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped) (Can use basil or cilantro.); 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves (Optional.); 1 slices Lemon slices (For garnish.)

Description

This Lemon Butter Chicken is a comforting dish featuring tender chicken in a rich lemon butter sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Bone-in skin-on chicken thighs (Can substitute with chicken breasts for a leaner option.)

For the Seasoning

1 teaspoon Salt (Adjust to taste.)
1/2 teaspoon Black pepper (Freshly cracked is best.)
1 teaspoon Garlic powder (Fresh garlic can be used for a sharper taste.)
1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning (Any dried herb mix can be substituted.)

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Olive oil (Avocado oil can be used.)
4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (Can use ghee for a dairy-free option.)
4 cloves Garlic (minced) (Use more for stronger flavor.)
1 cup Chicken broth (Vegetable broth can be a substitute.)
1/4 cup Fresh lemon juice (Fresh is best.)
1 teaspoon Lemon zest (Avoid zesting the bitter white pith.)

For the Garnish

2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped) (Can use basil or cilantro.)
1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves (Optional.)
1 slices Lemon slices (For garnish.)

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Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken skin side down for 6 to 7 minutes until golden brown.
Flip the chicken and sear for another 4 minutes before transferring to a plate.
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, and stir in minced garlic. Cook until fragrant.
Add 1 cup of chicken broth, 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon of lemon zest. Scrape the bottom and bring to a simmer.
Return the chicken to the skillet, skin side up, cover, and cook for 18 to 22 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Transfer the chicken to a plate, add the remaining butter to the skillet and stir until melted. Stir in parsley and thyme.
Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over it. Serve immediately with fresh parsley and lemon slices.

Notes

Avoid overcooking the chicken for best results. Monitor internal temperature closely.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Cuisine: American