Chicken dinners make everyone happy at home—and this one is economical, low-fat, and full of advantages.
Its fresh taste elevates everyday chicken without blandness. As a home cook who's perfected countless family meals, I've made this fragrant lemon chicken a staple. It's simple, delicious, and pairs chicken with lemon perfectly to awaken your taste buds without weighing down your scale. Watch how:
Ingredients for 6 People
- 1 chicken
- 3 organic lemons
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 30 cl chicken broth
- 2 onions
- Salt and pepper
- 1 bouquet garni
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cut the chicken into pieces or ask your butcher to do it.
- Wash the lemons.
- Slice them into medium-thick pieces.
- Peel and finely chop the onions.
- Heat the oil in a wide, deep saucepan (like a wok or casserole) over medium heat.
- Sauté the onions gently without browning.
- Add chicken pieces and sear all sides over high heat.
- Add lemon slices.
- Season with salt, pepper, and bouquet garni.
- Prepare chicken broth as per package instructions.
- Pour broth over chicken.
- Cover and simmer on low for 1 hour 10 minutes.
Serving Suggestion
Your delicious lemon chicken is ready! This simple, low-calorie recipe is ideal for family meals. Pair with green beans and bulgur for balance. For spice, add grated ginger during simmering.
Your Turn
Try this easy, light recipe and share your results in the comments. We'd love to hear from you!
