Succulent, tender chicken coated in a zesty lemon herb sauce with a hint of white wine for that extra burst of flavor! This QUICK and EASY stovetop chicken dish is ready in just 15 minutes and is sure to become a family FAVORITE!
Skillet Lemon Herb Chicken Recipe
Craving a speedy 15-minute chicken dinner? This vibrant lemon herb chicken breast recipe will quickly become a household staple. It’s all made in one skillet, keeping cleanup to a minimum. The chicken is pan-seared on the stovetop, delivering tender, juicy meat with a bright, herby flavor and a lemony kick that packs a punch. Pair it with roasted potatoes or a fresh green salad for a complete, winning chicken dinner.
Lemon Herb Chicken Ingredients
For this fast lemon herb chicken dinner using everyday pantry staples, you’ll need: Olive oil, Boneless skinless chicken breasts, Italian seasoning, Salt, Pepper, White wine or chicken broth, Butter, Fresh lemon juice, Fresh thyme (optional), Fresh parsley (optional).
How to Make Lemon Herb Chicken
To whip up this quick and easy chicken with lemon herb sauce, start by pounding the chicken to an even thickness, then heat up a skillet! In a large skillet, add olive oil and the chicken breasts seasoned with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, and sear on the first side for about 5 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook on the second side for another 5 minutes. Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the skillet and let it rest on a plate. Deglaze the pan with a splash of white wine, then add butter, lemon juice, and fresh thyme, cooking for one minute until the butter melts and the sauce is fragrant. Return the chicken to the skillet, coat it in the lemon herb sauce, garnish with parsley, and serve. See? This chicken in lemon sauce is a breeze!
Tips for Making Lemon Herb Chicken Breasts
This lightning-fast chicken dinner comes together in just 15 minutes, but here are a few key tips to ensure your chicken-cooking success!
Tip 1: Pounding the Chicken Breasts
Pound the chicken to an even thickness to ensure uniform cooking. Chicken breasts are thicker on one side, so focus on flattening the thicker part. This also tenderizes the meat by breaking down muscle fibers, resulting in juicier chicken.
Tip 2: Searing the Chicken Breasts
When searing, let the chicken be. Don’t poke, prod, or flip it prematurely—just let it sear undisturbed. After about 5 minutes, check if it’s ready; if it needs more time, give it a bit longer, then flip and let the second side sear undisturbed as well.
Tip 3: Deglazing the Pan
After searing, your stainless steel or cast iron skillet will have flavorful bits of chicken and juices stuck to it. That’s where deglazing saves the day! Add a splash of white wine (or chicken broth) to loosen those tasty bits. Be cautious—adding liquid to a hot pan will create a burst of steam as it bubbles up.
