Lemon Chicken Recipe with Parmesan Crust

This Lemon Chicken Recipe with Parmesan Crust is very simple to follow and can be made in just 30 minutes! The quick garlic and lemon butter sauce makes the chicken taste better and adds a lot of flavor to the dish!

I know you’ll love my Lemon Chicken with the best Lemon Butter Sauce.

This lemon chicken recipe will quickly become one of your go-to chicken dinners for busy nights. The parmesan cheese is spread all over the chicken breast, and then it is pan-fried to make the outside crispy. Then, the chicken is covered in a lemon butter sauce with garlic that makes it taste so good.

We love easy 30-minute chicken recipes for busy weeknights and some of our go-to’s include Chicken Marsala, classic Chicken Parmesan and of course this easy lemon garlic chicken. You can make meals that taste like they came from a restaurant for a lot less money than eating out if you have these recipes.

You can make the most DELICIOUS crispy chicken breast in a buttery garlic lemon sauce with just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of prep time. This 5-minute EASY lemon butter sauce will become a staple in your home. The sauce is tangy from the fresh lemon and butter and the garlic just brings all the flavors together – SO GOOD!

Ingredients

Servings: 4 people

• 1 1/2 lb chicken breast, (2 large), patted dry with paper towels
• 1 Tbsp olive oil, to sautee
• 1 Tbsp parsley, to garnish (optional)
• 1/2 lemon, sliced for garnish (optional)

For the Egg Mixture:

• 2 large eggs
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

For the Parmesan Breading Mixture:

• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour

For Lemon Butter Sauce:

• 8 Tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise. Lightly beat with a meat mallet until even in thickness.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the egg mixture.
3. In another bowl, combine the ingredients for the parmesan mixture.
4. Dip chicken into the egg mixture, then dredge chicken in the parmesan mixture. Allow any excess ingredients to fall off from each bowl.

5. In a large skillet, heat enough oil to cover the bottom of a skillet. Once hot, add the chicken and cook 4-5 minutes per side, or until crispy, golden and cooked through to 165˚F on an Instant Read Thermometer. If the chicken browns too quickly, turn down the heat.
   Cook’s Tip – If the chicken crust begins to brown too quickly, reduce heat allowing the chicken to fully cook through.
6. Meanwhile, in a separate saucepan, melt butter and garlic, cook until fragrant.
7. Add the chicken broth, lemon juice and pepper. Allow the sauce to cook for about 2 minutes.
   NOTE: We love the fresh and tangy lemon flavor in this recipe. If you prefer a less lemony flavor, reduce the lemon juice.
8. Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken, turning to coat. Garnish with lemon slices and finely chopped parsley if desired.

If you like to prep dinner in advance, slice the chicken and add it to the egg mixture, cover and refrigerate until you are ready for dinner. Allowing the chicken to marinate will result in a juicier and more tender chicken breast. Then, just continue with the remaining recipe instructions.

For a quicker dinner, prepare the lemon sauce in a separate saucepan or skillet while the chicken is cooking. Then just pour the sauce over the chicken once it is cooked. Or, you can just cook the chicken, remove it from the skillet (cover to keep warm) and prepare the sauce in the same skillet, then add the chicken back.

Yes! For a healthier option, completely omit the egg mixture and parmesan mixture. Slice the chicken breast and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Then, continue with the preparation of the sauce.

This lemon chicken will work with chicken breast, chicken thighs, and even chicken tenderloins. Follow the recipe exactly, but the cooking time will be different. The cook time will depend on the size of the thighs, you want the internal temperature to reach 165F on an instant-read thermometer.

Yes, you may definitely add vegetables to complete the dish. Asparagus, green beans, and zucchini will all go great with the lemon sauce and compliment the chicken.

Nutrition

Nutrition Per Serving: 560kcal Calories, 9g Carbs, 46g Protein, 38g Fat

I can’t wait for you to give this simple chicken dinner recipe a try!