Description
Lemon Butter Chicken is a delightful and zesty dish that’s perfect for any weeknight dinner or special gathering. This recipe features tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich lemon butter sauce, offering a burst of flavor that is both comforting and refreshing. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up this quick meal that pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or vegetables. Its versatility allows for easy customization—whether you prefer to add herbs, spices, or seasonal veggies, this dish will surely impress your family and guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 1/2 small onion (diced finely)
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 8 ounces dry egg noodles
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Dredge them lightly in flour.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides (approximately 5-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and diced onion; sauté for about 3 minutes until softened. Pour in chicken stock and bring to a simmer. Stir in fresh lemon juice before returning the chicken to the skillet.
- Cook egg noodles according to package instructions; drain well. Once the chicken is cooked through, stir in the cooked noodles until fully coated with sauce.
- Serve immediately over pasta or rice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 507
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 654mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 104mg