Dairy Free Classic Lemon Chicken

Total time35 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time25 min

Golden, pan-seared chicken breasts get pounded thin for quick, even cooking, then dredged and seared until deeply browned on both sides. The real magic happens in the skillet after: garlic blooms in the drippings, then a splash of chicken broth and fresh lemon juice deglazes all those browned bits into a bright, savory pan sauce. A touch of honey and lemon zest balance the tang, reducing down into a glossy sauce that clings to every bite of chicken. It's simple, bright, and weeknight-fast, with tender, juicy chicken as the star. Finish with a scatter of fresh parsley and lemon slices for a dinner that tastes far more special than the effort it takes. This one's an easy, satisfying pick for a dairy free dinner rotation.

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Ingredients

4 servings

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
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½ tsp kosher salt
¼ tsp black pepper
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
Chef's tip
Use a stick or block-style dairy-free butter - not a soft tub spread - and swap one-for-one.
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
⅓ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tsp honey

For serving

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
lemon slices, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound with a meat mallet or rolling pin to an even 3/4-inch thickness. Pat dry with paper towels, then season both sides with the salt and pepper. Dredge lightly in the flour, shaking off any excess.
2
Heat the olive oil and 1 tbsp of the butter in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and the foam subsides. Add the chicken and sear undisturbed for 5–6 minutes, until the underside is deep golden and releases easily from the pan.

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