Lemon Pepper Chicken with Garlicky Pan Sauce

Craving a flavorful and fuss-free chicken dinner? Look no further! This Lemon Pepper Chicken with Garlicky Pan Sauce is a breeze to prepare, bursting with zesty lemon pepper flavor thanks to my small batch Sgt. Lemon Pepper spice blend.  In under 30 minutes, you'll have juicy, pan-seared chicken bathed in a bright and delicious pan sauce that's perfect for spooning over your favorite sides.

Lemon Pepper Chicken with Garlicky Pan Sauce

Makes 2 servings

Ingredients:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

• 2 tablespoons Sgt. Lemon Pepper

• 1 tablespoon butter

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/2 cup chicken broth

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• Lemon slices, for serving

• Fresh parsley, minced

Directions:

Preheat a large cast iron skillet (or heavy-bottomed pan) over medium heat.

In a shallow bowl, combine the Sgt. Lemon Pepper with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and then rub the spice mixture all over the chicken.

Heat the remaining olive oil in the skillet. Add the chicken and cook 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside. Add the butter and garlic to the pan and saute about 30 seconds, until the garlic is fragrant. Add the chicken broth and use a wooden spoon or spatula to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan (this is called deglazing, by the way). Bring the sauce to a boil then lower to a simmer and cook about 2-3 minutes, until slightly reduced. Stir in the lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional Sgt. Lemon Pepper or kosher salt, if desired.

Return the chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over the top. Garnish with lemon slices and minced fresh parsley, and serve immediately.