This 4 ingredient skillet lemon butter chicken recipe is simple and easy to make in one pan. The delicious weeknight dish comes together in less than 15 minutes!
Flatten chicken breasts out using a meat tenderizer to about 1/4 inch thick. Place flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a large ziplock bag. Shake to mix. Add chicken breasts and shake once more to coat chicken.
Melt butter in a large heavy-duty pan on medium-high heat. Add floured chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until lightly browned. The butter will begin to foam then settle down. [br
Remove chicken from the pan and add the lemon slices and thyme to pan. Cook lemon slices for 1 about 1 minute per side. Return chicken to pan and top with the cooked lemons.
Serve with a rice, veggies, or salad.
Notes
Use a meat tenderizer to flatten the chicken. This ensures even cooking and a more tender result. Place the chicken between plastic wrap to avoid mess.
When coating the chicken in the flour mixture, make sure to shake off excess flour. This prevents a thick, clumpy coating and ensures a crispy texture.
Use thin lemon slices. Thinner slices cook quickly and infuse the dish with a citrusy kick without overpowering.