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Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken


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  • Author: mealstomake
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A delightful dish packed with flavor, featuring juicy chicken thighs cooked in a buttery garlic lemon sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  3. Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until thoroughly cooked.
  4. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  5. Squeeze lemon juice over the chicken and stir to combine.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Don’t overcrowd the skillet to ensure even cooking. Use a meat thermometer to check that chicken reaches 165°F.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg