WHAT’S FOR DINNER?
Lemon Skillet Chicken
Array/5
COOK TIME
20 min
TOTAL TIME
25 min
SERVINGS
3-4 servings
This 30-minute Lemon Skillet Chicken recipe is the perfect one-pan meal for busy weeknights. Enjoy tender chicken with a burst of fresh lemon flavor!
Why You’ll Love this Recipe
Lemon Skillet Chicken is the perfect weeknight meal for busy families, ready in just 30 minutes. With tender chicken breasts, fresh lemon, and simple ingredients you likely already have in your pantry, this easy dinner is a surefire way to bring everyone to the table with minimal effort.
Whether you’re cooking for picky eaters or need a healthy, flavorful dish to serve, this one-pan meal is a winner. Plus, with just one skillet to clean, it makes post-dinner clean-up a breeze!
Ingredients for Lemon Skillet Chicken:
Simple, Fresh Ingredients You’ll Need:
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken tenderloins
Olive Oil
Big pinch of salt
Big pinch of pepper
¼ cup honey
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 large lemon sliced
Chopped parsley for garnish, optional
How to Make Lemon Skillet Chicken:
Step-by-Step Instructions
Season the Chicken: Start by seasoning the chicken with a big pinch of salt and pepper on both sides.
Sear the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Make the Lemon Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the lemon juice (My favorite lemon Juicer), honey, dijon mustard and chicken broth. Whisk together and add to the skillet. Bring to a boil and then turn heat to low.
Return the Chicken to the Skillet: Turn heat to low and then add chicken back to the skillet into the sauce. Cover the chicken in the lemon slices, cover with a lid and cook for 10 minutes for the chicken to absorb all that good flavor.
Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve your lemon skillet chicken hot with a side of rice, mashed potatoes, or a crisp salad.
Why This Recipe Is Perfect for Busy Families:
Making family-friendly meals that are both quick and delicious can be a challenge. That’s where this lemon skillet chicken recipe shines. Not only does it come together in under 30 minutes, but it’s also made in one pan—making clean-up a breeze. The bright, fresh lemon flavor is sure to be a hit. Plus, you can easily adjust the ingredients to suit your family’s tastes!
Tips for Making the Best Lemon Skillet Chicken:
Use Bone-In Chicken for Extra Flavor: If you prefer bone-in chicken, you can absolutely swap it out. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time to ensure the chicken is cooked through.
Customize the Sauce: Want to switch things up? Add some herbs like thyme or rosemary or maybe a little splash of cream for a richer sauce.
Meal Prep: This lemon skillet chicken is great for meal prep! Cook up a big batch and store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. It also reheats wonderfully in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts? Yes! Chicken thighs will work great for this recipe. They’ll need a slightly longer cooking time to reach the same internal temperature, but they’ll stay juicy and tender.
Can I make this dish ahead of time? While it’s best served fresh, you can prep the chicken and sauce ahead of time and store them separately in the fridge. When you’re ready to cook, just follow the steps for searing and finishing the sauce.
What should I serve with lemon skillet chicken? This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad. For a low-carb option, serve with cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.
This Lemon Skillet Chicken is more than just a weeknight dinner—it’s a quick, flavorful meal that brings the whole family together around the table. With simple ingredients and minimal cleanup, it’s sure to become a regular in your dinner rotation. Give it a try, and let the bright, zesty lemon flavor take center stage in your
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Lemon Skillet Chicken
Make dinner a breeze with this Lemon Skillet Chicken recipe! Ready in 30 minutes, it’s the perfect one-pan meal for busy weeknights. Tender chicken with fresh lemon flavor!
Ingredients
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken tenderloins
Olive Oil
Big pinch of salt
Big pinch of pepper
¼ cup honey
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 large lemon sliced
Chopped parsley for garnish, optional
Instructions
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Start by seasoning the chicken with a big pinch of salt and pepper on both sides.
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Heat a large drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the 1/4 cup lemon juice, 1/4 cup honey, 1 Tablespoon dijon mustard and 1/2 cup chicken broth. Whisk together and add to the skillet. Bring to a boil and then turn heat to low.
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Turn heat to low and then add chicken back to the skillet into the sauce. Cover the chicken in the lemon slices, cover with a lid and cook for 10 minutes for the chicken to absorb all that good flavor.
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Garnish with fresh parsley and serve your lemon skillet chicken hot with a side of rice, mashed potatoes, or a crisp salad.
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