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Golden-brown chicken cutlets searing in a black skillet, a key step in this quick chicken recipe.
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20 Minute Chicken Recipe (Lemon Garlic Butter!)

This 20 minute chicken recipe delivers a restaurant-quality meal with tender chicken in a luscious lemon garlic butter sauce. The perfect one-pan solution for a busy weeknight dinner!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 2 8-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into 4 thin cutlets
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Meat Thermometer
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Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken cutlets dry. In a shallow dish, mix the flour, salt, and pepper. Lightly dredge each chicken cutlet in the mixture.
  2. Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Deglaze the pan by pouring in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits.
  4. Bring sauce to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly. Stir in the remaining 1 tbsp of butter and the fresh parsley. Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over top, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcalProtein: 40gFat: 20gFiber: 1g

Notes

Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
For a richer sauce, you can add a splash of heavy cream at the end.
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