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Lemon-Garlic Butter Chicken with Herb Infusion

Prep 10 minutes | Cook 20 minutes | Intermediate | Serves 2 | French

Indulge in this cozy weeknight classic, where tender chicken breasts are bathed in a luxurious lemon-garlic butter sauce, infused with fresh herbs. Perfectly balanced, this dish brings the comfort of home and the elegance of French cuisine straight to your dinner table.

What you have

• 2 chicken breasts
• 4 cloves garlic
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 lemon

Method

1. Step 1: Zest and juice the lemon. Mince the garlic cloves and set aside.
2. Step 2: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove chicken and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, then add the lemon juice and zest, scraping up any browned bits from the skillet.
4. Step 4: Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Serving suggestion

Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

A chilled Sauvignon Blanc pairs beautifully with the lemony notes of the dish.