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Quick Juicy Chicken Breast Recipe with Easy Brown Butter Lemon Garlic Sauce

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A quick and easy chicken breast recipe featuring a rich, tangy brown butter lemon garlic sauce that delivers juicy, flavorful results perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6–7 oz / 170-200g each)
  • Salt and pepper to season
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin recommended)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (about 57g), softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • Juice of one medium lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
  • Lemon zest from the same lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Let rest at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 2 minutes.
  3. Place chicken breasts in the pan without crowding. Cook for 5-6 minutes without moving to develop a deep golden-brown crust.
  4. Flip the chicken breasts and reduce heat to medium. Cook an additional 5-7 minutes, flipping once if needed, until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  5. Transfer chicken to a plate and loosely cover with foil. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low and add butter to the same pan. Stir occasionally as it foams and browns, about 3-4 minutes, until nutty aroma develops.
  7. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, avoiding burning.
  8. Stir in lemon juice and zest, letting the sauce bubble for another 30 seconds to meld flavors.
  9. Pour the sauce over the rested chicken breasts, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before searing for best crust. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking. Watch butter closely to prevent burning. Rest chicken after cooking to lock in juices. For dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan margarine or olive oil. Optionally finish chicken in a 375°F oven for 10 minutes for even cooking.

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Keywords: chicken breast, brown butter sauce, lemon garlic sauce, quick chicken recipe, easy dinner, weeknight meal, juicy chicken

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