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lemon chicken recipe

lemon chicken recipe

A quick, flavorful lemon chicken made with fresh lemon, garlic, and tender chicken simmered in a light, tangy sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners and ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 3
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

500g chicken breast/thighs
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
Juice of 2 lemons
Zest of 1 lemon
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tbsp honey
1 cup chicken broth
1 tbsp butter
1 tsp cornstarch
Parsley

Equipment

  • 1 1 medium frying pan or skillet
  • 2 1 small mixing bowl
  • 3 1 whisk or fork
  • 4 A cutting board
  • 5 A sharp knife
  • 6 Measuring cups/spoons (or eyeball it… no shame)
  • 7 Optional: tongs for flipping the chicken

Method
 

Season chicken with spices.
    Sear in hot oil until golden.
      Make sauce: garlic + lemon + broth + honey.
        Add chicken back and simmer.
          Finish with butter & parsley.

            Notes

            Make this easy, juicy Lemon Chicken Recipe in minutes. Fresh lemon, garlic, and simple spices turn your dinner into a bright, flavorful meal. Perfect for weeknights.