Yesss — Lemon Garlic Chicken is bright, zesty, and packed with flavor without being heavy. It’s that perfect combo of fresh and savory — light enough for lunch, bold enough for dinner, and super easy to make. 🍋🧄🔥
🍋 Lemon Garlic Chicken Recipe (One-Pan Wonder!)
Ingredients:
- 2–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Salt, pepper, and paprika (for seasoning)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon (zest + juice)
- ½ cup chicken broth (or white wine for extra flair)
- 1 tbsp butter (optional for richness)
- Fresh parsley or thyme (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Season Chicken: Sprinkle chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika for color and warmth.
- Sear: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same pan, add garlic and cook for 1 min until fragrant. Add broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, and a little butter if using. Simmer for 3–5 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Return Chicken: Add chicken back into the pan and spoon sauce over it. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes so it soaks up the flavor.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley or thyme. Serve over rice, roasted potatoes, or a fresh salad.
🌿 Variations:
- Add capers for a Chicken Piccata vibe.
- Use bone-in thighs and roast it for a deeper flavor.
- Add a splash of cream for a lemony garlic cream sauce.
- Make it a sheet pan dinner with roasted veggies.
✨ Caption Ideas for Social Media:
- “Crispy, zesty, garlicky goodness 🍋🧄✨ What more could you want?”
- “This chicken has entered its main character era”
- “Smells like summer, tastes like chef’s kiss”
- “Dinner in 20 minutes. Flavors for DAYS.”
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