Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 medium lemons)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and melt half of the butter.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for about 4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish. In the same skillet, lower the heat, add remaining butter and minced garlic, sauté for one minute.
- Pour in lemon juice and zest, stir well to combine.
- Pour the lemon butter sauce over the chicken in the baking dish and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg