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Irresistible Lemon Garlic Chicken in Just 40 Minutes

lemon garlic chicken
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A simple and delicious lemon garlic chicken dinner served with creamy mashed potatoes and roasted broccoli.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 lemon, sliced for serving

Instructions

  1. Place the potatoes in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain well.
  2. Mash the potatoes with the butter, milk, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy. Cover and keep warm.
  3. While the potatoes cook, toss the broccoli with olive oil and salt. Roast at 425°F for 15 minutes, or until tender and lightly browned.
  4. Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Heat the olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  6. Add the chicken and cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through.
  7. Drizzle the chicken with lemon juice and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  8. Slice the chicken.
  9. Serve the sliced chicken over mashed potatoes with roasted broccoli and lemon slices on the side.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
  • Adjust seasoning to your taste.
  • Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

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