Here is a simple and delicious recipe for one of the best sauces for chicken:
Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce for Chicken
Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, crushed or minced
- Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the crushed garlic and cook for about 1-2 minutes until golden and fragrant.
- Add the lemon juice and zest to the pan and stir well.
- Reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, until it thickens slightly.
- Add the dried oregano and thyme and stir to combine.
- Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if necessary.
- After removing the sauce from the heat, add the chopped parsley (optional) and stir.
- Pour the warm sauce over the cooked chicken and serve immediately.
This delicious lemon garlic butter sauce is perfect for adding a touch of freshness and flavor to your cooked chicken. You can serve it alongside grilled chicken breast, roasted chicken, or even baked chicken breast. Enjoy!