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This delicious lemon chicken skillet is perfect for weeknights!
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SkinnyMS

Skinny Lemon Chicken Skillet

You can avoid the takeout with this flavorful and nutritious one-pot dish that's simple to throw together and super tasty.
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Universal
Keyword: Budget-Friendly, Kid-Friendly, Quick and Easy
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 372kcal
Author: SkinnyMs.

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 4 boneless and skinless chicken breasts cubed
  • 3 lemons juiced and zested
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce Braggs aminos, or coconut aminos as substitute
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 4 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds
  • 1/4 cup green onions diced

Instructions

  • Melt the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown, turning with a spatula every 2-3 minutes to evenly cook.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, vegetable broth, soy sauce, cornstarch, and honey. Drizzle over the cooked chicken.
  • Turn the heat to low, cover, and cook until the sauce thickens.
  • Sprinkle with poppy seeds and green onions. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1.25cup | Calories: 372kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 153mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 20g |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 14
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 14