Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of tender chicken sautéed in a zesty lemon-garlic sauce. This quick and delightful dish is perfect for any meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and tools to streamline your cooking process.
- Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to about 1/2 inch thick for even cooking.
- Dredge each piece of chicken in flour, shaking off excess.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic to the pan, cooking until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Deglaze with chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up browned bits.
- Stir in butter until melted and combined; finish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider incorporating capers or swapping chicken for turkey.
- Pair your scallopini with pasta or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg