Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Place chicken in the skillet, cooking for approximately 5-7 minutes on each side until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Pour in the lemon juice and add lemon zest; simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg