LEMON CHICKEN SKILLET (WHOLE30)

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Got this recipe from http://www.primallyinspired.com/lemon-chicken-skillet/ Primally Inspired website

Provided by Mrs. Hughes

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil (or avocado oil, coconut oil. etc.)
1 dash sea salt
1 dash pepper
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
1 cup chicken broth
1 lemon, quartered and juiced (about 1/4 cup fresh juice)
4 garlic cloves, minced (about 1 tablespoon minced)
10 ounces broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
2 tablespoons butter (optional) or 2 tablespoons ghee (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • 2. Sprinkle sea salt, pepper, Italian seasoning on both sides of chicken breasts.
  • 3. Once skillet is hot, add chicken breasts and brown for about 4 minutes per side or until golden brown.
  • 4. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  • 5. To the skillet, add chicken broth, lemon juice, minced garlic. Stir and scrape up the brown bits stuck to the bottom of the skillet.
  • 6. Add chicken back to the skillet along with used lemon quarters.
  • 7. Simmer the chicken in the sauce for about 5 minutes, turning halfway through.
  • 8. Add broccoli to the skillet and cook until broccoli is bright green and tender and chicken is cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  • 9. Stir in butter or ghee (if using) and add additional salt and pepper to taste.
  • 10. Enjoy!
  • Notes:
  • Try it topped with a sprinkle of parmesan or romano cheese (if not on Whole30).
  • Add a sprinkle of chopped fresh basil at the end.
  • Substitute mushrooms for broccoli (or use both).

Joseph Mosqueda
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I thought this recipe was just okay.


Baby Banny
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The chicken was a bit dry.


Esther Shantel
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This recipe is a bit too tangy for my taste.


david vaughn
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I'm not a big fan of lemon chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce is light and flavorful, and the chicken is cooked perfectly.


MDOL stories
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Braylon Debozy
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I love the bright, lemony flavor of this dish. It's perfect for a summer meal.


Md khan Miya
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's healthy too.


Tency Boi
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the lemon sauce is tangy and delicious.


Kitsune Reaper
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and flavorful meal. The chicken is cooked perfectly and the lemon sauce is light and refreshing.


Tom McInnes
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for a weeknight meal.


billz khan
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat chicken. The lemon sauce is sweet and tangy, and the chicken is cooked perfectly.


Tamica Lassiter
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the lemon sauce is tangy and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe!


Marv
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal. The chicken is cooked perfectly and the lemon sauce is light and flavorful.


Ernesto Solorzano
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Versaviya Tsyberman
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This recipe is so good! The chicken is so tender and the lemon sauce is to die for. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal.


Ahmed Aminu Ahmed
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the chicken and the lemon sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


kieshawn mays
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's healthy too. I love the bright, lemony flavor.


Shehre Khan
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the chicken always comes out perfect. I've also tried it with other types of meat, like pork and shrimp, and it's always delicious.


Brandon Baird
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This lemon chicken skillet recipe is a keeper! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the lemon sauce was tangy and delicious. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my family.